Tanning Beds Cause Irreversible Eye Damage

As cold weather approaches and you sadly watch your summer tan fade, you might be tempted to hit a tanning bed to keep that summer glow going.  I have another reason for you think twice before making the decision to soak in those concentrated UV rays:  irreversible eye damage.  We all know about the skin cancer risks that come from using a tanning bed, but I just found out that tanning beds are also extremely dangerous for your eyes.

Los Angeles ophthalmologist Dr. Paul Dougherty is a clinical instructor of ophthalmology at UCLA’s Jules Stein Institute.  He published information about the …read more