MPs call for sunbed advertising ban to help prevent skin cancer
Summary
A group of UK MPs wants to ban all sunbed advertising and add warning images on sunbed salons to reduce skin cancer risks. They also suggest more education about sun safety, better rules to stop under-18s from using sunbeds, and making sun cream cheaper by removing taxes.Key Facts
- Using sunbeds before age 35 raises the risk of a serious skin cancer by 60%.
- Skin cancer, including melanoma, is common and causes around seven deaths daily in the UK.
- The UK government plans stricter sunbed rules, like ID checks to block under-18 use.
- The report says many people don’t understand sun exposure risks or when to use sun cream.
- Misinformation about sunbeds and sun creams is widespread on social media platforms.
- Education on sun safety is limited in schools, especially for older children.
- The report recommends removing VAT (tax) on sun cream, especially for children.
- Some countries, like Australia and Brazil, have banned sunbeds for cosmetic use altogether.
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