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flag A UK teen admits to sunbed addiction, risking skin cancer despite health warnings and legal bans.

flag A 19-year-old UK woman, Megan Blain, says she’s addicted to sunbeds, using them nearly daily for nearly four years despite knowing the health risks. flag She began tanning at 14, switched to sunbeds for convenience, and now feels physically compelled to use them, even missing events like her prom to achieve a darker look. flag She has developed visible skin damage, including moles and wrinkles, but fears seeing a doctor. flag Though she acknowledges the dangers—especially increased skin cancer risk before age 35—she says fear doesn’t motivate her to quit. flag She’s lost friends, tried quitting with physical withdrawal, and now works to rebuild her self-esteem. flag Experts warn sunbeds are more dangerous than sunlight, with no safe level of UV exposure, and recommend safer alternatives like fake tan. flag It’s illegal for under-18s to use sunbeds.

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