Using a sunbed 'a really, really dangerous thing to do', says leading dermatologist

Professor Caitriona Ryan, co-founder of the Institute of Dermatologists, said: 'Sunbed use has been really linked to an increase in melanoma.'

Sunbeds are more dangerous than natural sun yet remain popular especially with people not interested in safe fake-tanning products, a leading dermatologist has warned.

Professor Caitriona Ryan, co-founder of the Institute of Dermatologists, was speaking after a shocking study by Cork-based researchers revealed the true extent of sunbed use in Ireland.