One of the things I love about this forum is that every possible question comes up - and I'm sure you're not the only one who has wondered. Most pacemaker patients are older so this issue does not arise very often. Now for the definitive answer - there is no contraindication for someone with a pacemaker to use a tanning bed. As far as the risk of aging of the skin and skin cancer with tanning beds that is another story. I hope you find this information useful.
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