Sunbed ads spreading harmful misinformation to young people

Posted: 11th February 2026

Source: Sunbed ads targeted at young people spread harmful misinformation – BBC News

Harmful misinformation claiming sunbeds offer health benefits in winter is being spread by tanning companies on social media, the BBC has found.

We have identified hundreds of adverts on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook saying sunbeds can boost energy and treat skin conditions or mental health problems.

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