List date(s) this work was published or aired.
Oct. 3, 2012.
Provide a brief synopsis of the story or stories, including any significant findings.
By comparing the data linking indoor tanning and skin cancer, researchers estimated that the activity may account for more than 170,000 cases of non-melanoma skin cancers — basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas — in the United States each year.
Explain types of documents, data or Internet resources used. Were FOI or public records act requests required? How did this affect the work?
Data from three peer-reviewed medical studies were used. Websites from the National Cancer Institute, a government research organization, and The National Conference of State Legislatures, a bipartisan organization, were referenced.
Explain types of human sources used.
A patient, a physician author of a research study, an industry representative, and a senior official from a professional medical society were used as sources.
Results:
None
Follow-up (if any). Have you run a correction or clarification on the report or has anyone come forward to challenge its accuracy? If so, please explain.
None
Advice to other journalists planning a similar story or project.
Review relevant papers outside of the primary study to ensure accuracy. Include multiple viewpoints (i.e., patient, physician, industry, outside professional expert) to ensure balanced and comprehensive coverage.