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I use tanning beds once a year usually in spring. otherwise i don't tan. should i havey skin screened? and how much does screening cost?
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Tanning Beds: One visit to the tanning bed increases the incidence of melanoma by 25%. Each additional visit is an increase of 3%. Frequent use before the age of 35 increases the incidence of melanoma by 85%. You definetly need a skin screen once or twice a year.
Answered 4/17/2014
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