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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2015
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J OEL F UHRMAN , MD
Indoor tanning: It’s more dangerous
than sunbathing
Melanoma incidents have
climbed steeply in the U.S.,
doubling between 1982 and
2011. The rise in melanoma is
projected to continue. One con-
tributor to these rising rates of
melanoma is the use of tanning
beds and other indoor tanning
devices by young people, espe-
cially young women.
Young women use indoor
tanning most frequently, espe-
cially those in their late teens
and 20s. About 20 percent of
female high school students
and young women, ages 18 to
25, engage in indoor tanning.
Indoor tanning in young peo-
ple is especially alarming, since
indoor tanning before the age
of 30 increases melanoma risk
by 75 percent. Melanoma is the
type of skin cancer responsible
for the most deaths. In 2009,
the International Agency for
Research on Cancer of the
World Health Organization
classified UV tanning devices
as carcinogenic to humans.
In an analysis of 31 studies,
using indoor tanning at least
once was associated with a 16
percent increase in melanoma
risk, and more than 10 sessions
with a 22 percent increase in
risk.
Indoor tanning is also associ-
ated with elevated risk of other
skin cancers-squamous cell
carcinoma (67 percent) and
basal cell carcinoma (29 per-
cent). Tanning devices also
increase the risk of ocular (eye)
melanoma.
It is important to understand
that ultraviolet radiation can
promote cancer even if sunburn
does not occur. Even among
people who have never had
sunburn, those who use indoor
tanning are much more likely to
be diagnosed with melanoma.
Though commonly associat-
ed with a “healthy glow,” it is
important to keep in mind that
tanning of the skin is not
healthy. In fact, tanning occurs
after skin damage has already
occurred, as the body’s attempt
to prevent sunburn with further
sun exposure.
Tanning is the body’s
response to DNA damage in
skin cells from UV exposure —
DNA damage which is also a
trigger for skin cancer develop-
ment.
Compared to sunbathing,
UV radiation from indoor tan-
ning is more intense. Tanning
devices emit both UVA and
UVB radiation, but primarily
UVA; both types contribute to
skin cancer. Tanning devices
my emit UVA doses 10-15
times higher than the UVA
emitted by midday sunlight,
giving indoor tanning the
potential to be much more risky
than sunbathing.
Giving up indoor tanning is
difficult for many people who
tan
frequently,
possibly
because they have developed a
dependence. UV-induced DNA
damage, in addition to causing
tanning, also increases the
expression of beta-endorphin, a
substance which has a positive
effect on mood, leading to rein-
forcing effects of indoor tan-
ning device use.
One small study giving opi-
ate-receptor blocking drug to
frequent tanners reported they
experienced withdrawal symp-
toms, implying addiction-like
effects.
Using sun protection when
you spend time outdoors and
avoiding
indoor
tanning
devices are the primary means
of preventing melanoma and
other skin cancers.
Also
remember
that
carotenoid-rich foods, such as
leafy greens, orange vegetables
and tomatoes help the skin to
combat the DNA damage from
UV light.
Dr. Fuhrman is a New York
Times best-selling author and
board certified family physician
specializing in lifestyle and nutri-
tional medicine.
Visit his website at Dr
Fuhrman.com,
or
submit
questions and comments to
newsquestions@drfuhrman.com.
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Shangri-La seeks mental-health agents
Through a partnership with
Lane County Behavioral
Health, Shangri-La is now pro-
viding Home and Community
Based Services (HCBS) to
people with documented
chronic mental illness in rural
Lane County, primarily in
Florence.
Through the HCBS program
individuals with mental illness
can receive supports in the
comfort of their own home.
Supports can include personal
care, community inclusion
activities, assistance with med-
ical appointments and house-
keeping activities.
Support hours are cus-
tomized to each person with
average supports ranging from
10-20 hours per week.
Services can be accessed by
contacting Shangri-La’s Lane
County HCBS Manager at
541-515-4576. The 1915(i)
Plan or Adult Mental Health
Initiative (AMHI) funds can be
used to pay for HCBS through
Shangri-La. Private pay is also
accepted.
As a result of the service
expansion, Shangri-La is seek-
ing to hire multiple Mental
Health Community Based
Services Agents.
Qualified applicants must be
at least 18 years of age, have a
high school diploma, possess a
valid Oregon driver’s license,
have an acceptable driving
record and be able to success-
fully pass a criminal history
check.
Candidates with experience
working with people with men-
tal illness are encouraged to
apply. Extensive training will
be provided to all HCBS
agents.
The Shangri-La Florence
Home and Community Based
Services Hiring Fair will be
Tuesday, Aug. 18, from 10 a.m.
to 2 p.m., at the WorkSource
Oregon Center, 3180 Highway
101.
Interested candidates should
bring a resume and be prepared
to interview. Shangri-La will
be making job offers to quali-
fied candidates during the hir-
ing fair.
Do your part and
volunteer today
to help support
these local
non-proft
organizations in
our community!
Volunteer•Get involved•Donate
Habitat for Humanity Restore
Staffed by volunteers, the ReStore accepts donated appliances, household
items and building materials; fi xes them, displays and sells them to raise
funds for Habitat programs. Come and join the fun!
ReStore 541-997-583 • 2016 HWY 101, Florence
Helping Hands Coalition
Assisting those in need in our Community. Free Hot Meals Mon-Wed-Fri
11 AM - 2 PM
PO Box 1296 • 1339 Rhododendron Dr., Florence, OR 97439
Call 541-997-5057 to Volunteer
Meals on Wheels and Cafe 60
*Valid for new patients only. Call for details. Expires 8/31/2015
Meals on Wheels are available to people over the age of 60 who cannot get
out much due to illness or advanced age and who are not eating properly,
regardless of income. Cafe 60 is available for those who prefer to make new
friends in a dining room setting.
1570 Kingwood
PO Box 2313, Florence
541-997-5673
laneseniormeals.org
Peace Harbor Volunteers
18th Annual
August 15 & 16, 2015
Florence Events Center
715 Quince Street, Florence, OR
Saturday, 9-5 • Sunday 9-4
Florence
FREE ADMISSION
Coin Show
BUY - SELL
TRADE
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For more
information
contact:
DENNIS
HANKINS
541-401-0949
OR
TERRY
WOODWARD
541-997-2682
APPRAISALS
Join the Peace Harbor Hospital Volunteers, you will fi nd an area of interest in
a caring organization.
400 9th Street, Florence
541-997-8412 ext. 209
Siuslaw Outreach Services
Recruiting volunteers for front desk reception and help line.
9am-4pm Mon.-Fri.
Please contact our volunteer coordinator 541-997-2816 lori@fl orencesos.org
1576 West 12th Street • P. O. Box 19000, Florence
Us Too Florence
Saving men one PSA test at a time. “Someone to talk to...who understands!”
541-997-6626
maribob@oregonfast.net
www.ustoofl orence.org
To include
your organization
in this directory,
please call us @ 541-997-3441