Tanning is an acquired injury to the DNA

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Hi all!

I find this subject of " tanning " very interesting because I recently

saw a show about a " Tan Ban. " They mentioned that tanning causes an

injury to our DNA and was was absolutely shocked to hear that

information since CML is also an " acquired injury to our DNA. "

If you go to this site... they talk about it.

http://www.skincancer.org/artificial/index.php

I was a sun worshipper for years in So. Calif. and spent a huge

amount of time at the beach etc, in my younger years, soaking up the

sun.

I have since moved to a colder climate and do not tan anymore.(kids,

busy life, Gleevec puffy body that refuses to wear a swimsuit) I've

had CML for 2.5 years, and I cannot go in the sun anymore. 5 minutes

in the sun burns my face.

I have done such a 180 degree turn regarding tanning.

Sincerely, Lynn (Snickersunny)