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Melanoma Survivor Urges Clearer Sunbed Warnings for Youth

12/20/2025

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Stacey Galfiskiy, a 39-year-old from Scotland, has melanoma linked to year-long sunbed use 20 years ago.
She underwent 13 operations to remove cancerous moles.
The diagnosis caused severe health anxiety, and she now obsesses over her remaining moles.
After discovering a mole mapping service, she feels at ease and advocates clearer sunbed warnings.
She calls for better education on long-term sunbed effects, especially for younger users.

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Story summary

Stacey Galfiskiy, a 39-year-old from Scotland, has melanoma linked to year-long sunbed use 20 years ago.
She underwent 13 operations to remove cancerous moles.
The diagnosis caused severe health anxiety, and she now obsesses over her remaining moles.
After discovering a mole mapping service, she feels at ease and advocates clearer sunbed warnings.
She calls for better education on long-term sunbed effects, especially for younger users.