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  "textContent": "Searches relating to the potential risks of UV nail lamps have risen sharply as dermatologists urge regular gel manicure users and nail technicians to take simple steps to protect their skin. The warning comes as experts highlight growing public concern around repeated exposure to ultraviolet light used in gel manicures and BIAB treatments. While occasional treatments are unlikely to pose a significant risk on their own, consultant dermatologist Dr Conal Perrett says cumulative UV exposure over many years deserves greater attention, particularly among people receiving regular appointments or working in nail salons every day. Skin cancer is now the UK’s most common and fastest-rising cancer, with more than 17,500 melanoma cases and approximately 250,000 non-melanoma skin cancers diagnosed annually. With gel manicures and BIAB treatments more popular than ever, search interest in UV curing lamps has risen by 80% over the past quarter, as the devices become standard equipment in thousands of UK nail salons. Consultant dermatologist at The Devonshire Clinic, Dr Conal Perrett, says awareness around UV nail lamps is growing as more studies investigate their potential impact on skin cells. “Many people don’t associate nail appointments with UV exposure, but these lamps emit ultraviolet radiation directly onto the hands, one of the …",
  "title": "Nail technicians may receive hundreds of UV lamp exposures every month, dermatologist warns"
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