Baton Rouge doctor debunks dangerous tanning myths that are going viral

BATON ROUGE — Tanning and tanning beds are making a comeback among Gen Z, ages 14 to 29, and doctors are warning it is a dangerous trend.

A new study by the American Academy of Dermatology found about 20% of Gen Z respondents said they prioritize getting a tan over protecting their skin. The trend is being blamed on online misinformation.

WBRZ’s April Davis spoke with family medicine doctor Olivia Ragusa at Baton Rouge General about some of the claims circulating online…

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