Sunbed Use in Ireland and Policy Options to Reduce Skin Cancer Risk

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in Ireland, with over 11,000 cases of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer diagnosed annually.  The occurrence of high-risk skin types in Ireland places the population at greater skin cancer risk than most other countries.  A new report published by the Institute of Public Health has recommended a ban on sunbeds to reduce the risk of skin cancer in Ireland - which has one of the highest skin cancer rates in the world.  ‘An Overview of Sunbed Use in Ireland and Policy Options to Reduce Skin Cancer Risk’ analysed available data on sunbed users, sunbed availability, current regulations on sunbeds and associated infringements, as well as policy options introduced internationally to reduce skin cancer risks associated with sunbed use.  Download a copy of the report at: https://tinyurl.com/32a87755