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As a result of Wolff System Technology's PR campaign, Lidia Wasowicz, the senior science writer for United Press International (UPI) wrote a brief article on "Tips on Safe Tanning," that was culled from Wolff's "Tanning Indoor Responsibly" backgrounder we sent her. UPI is an international general news agency serving more than 500 newspapers, broadcast and online organizations worldwide. Founded in 1907, UPI provides high-impact, up-to-the-minute news and analysis reports on national, international, regional & state news items originating in 28 U.S. and 90 foreign bureaus, and over 600 correspondent posts. Editorial emphasis is on political, legislative/regulatory and business coverage. Although the timing of her article the day before Christmas was unfortunate, there is still a good possibbilitry that UPI afiliates may pick it up further.

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The following article was released on 12/24/02.
United Press International

TIPS ON SAFE INDOOR TANNING

Summertime may have come and gone, but sunbathers continue to tan indoors -- and they need to take precautions as they would outside, researchers say. Whether bronzing the skin at a tanning salon, health club or even a video store with tanning beds, it is important to follow some basic safety rules to prevent sunburn, scientists said. When done responsibly, indoor tanning has many benefits and, according to recent research, may actually help prevent some forms of cancer. Just as with exercise, care must be taken to increase the tan gradually and not overdo it. It is important to choose a professional facility, to understand the industry's guidelines and to avoid overexposure or any degree of sunburn. To maintain a tan, people with a good base tan from outdoor sunning can take one to two weekly sessions at 48-hour minimum intervals. The type of skin will determine the schedule, experts advise. Skin types range from a Skin Type I (albino) to Skin Type VI (African-American). Most people using indoor tanning systems are a skin type II, III or IV. A person's skin type and the amount of base tan should always be displayed on the tanning bed. The salon attendant should: discuss skin types and exposure time charts; recommend a tanning schedule that will produce a moderate tan in successive stages; discuss medications that may have a potentially photosensitizing effect when combined with UV exposure; provide approved eyewear with instructions on use; explain the cleaning procedures of the tanning beds between sessions. Beds should be cleaned after each session.