skin cancer

So, How Often Should You Use Your Sunscreen?

By Jenn Loro - May 31, 2016 08:54 AM EDT

A new report from a UK-based consumer protection watchdog reveals that 'once-a-day sunscreen’ all-day protection claims by top sunscreen brands are misleading. The results of the study show that Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of sunscreen products significantly drop without reapplication.

‘Sunscreen Gene' May Be the Key in Preventing and Treating Skin Cancer

By Jenn Loro - May 22, 2016 09:29 PM EDT

Scientists recently discovered what they call as ‘sunscreen gene’ with the ability to repair damages caused by UV rays- the primary cause of skin cancer. While the research requires further studies, the scientists hope that a drug could be someday be created to trigger the UV repair function of the so-called sunscreen genes based on their findings.

Free Skin Cancer Screenings Administered Across the US Throughout May

By Jenn Loro - May 02, 2016 01:48 PM EDT

May is the National Skin Cancer Awareness Month with May 2 designated as ‘Melanoma Monday’. An estimated one in every five Americans are in danger of developing malignant melanoma responsible for 75% of all cancer deaths in the US.

Miami Heat Rumors 2016: Keith Smart Holds High Hopes To Recover From Skin Cancer; May Return To Help Coach The Team

By Jenn Loro - Apr 05, 2016 10:03 AM EDT

Miami Heat Assistant Coach Keith Smart remains upbeat in going back to his regular coaching duties as he battles rare form of skin cancer. Meanwhile, Heat guard Dwayne Wade is likely to skip a few more games this season after suffering from a neck and back soreness as a result of an injury.

Oranges, Grapefruits Linked to Skin Cancer in New Melanoma Study

By Peter R - Jul 01, 2015 12:44 PM EDT

A new study involving more than 100,000 people established a link between melanoma risk and orange juice, grapefruit consumption.

Melanoma Grows Not Just In Moles

By R. Siva Kumar - Jun 10, 2015 10:35 PM EDT

Non-mole cancers are equally common and aggressive.

Herpes Virus Kills Skin Cancer and Boosts Immunity in Novel Treatment

By Peter R - May 27, 2015 02:25 PM EDT

Inactivated virus causes skin cancer cells to burst without harming healthy cells, clinical trials have shown.

Tanning Beds Worse Than Sunshine, Skin Cancer Study

By R. Siva Kumar - May 07, 2015 08:30 AM EDT

The debate over sunless tanning is creating problems, but some experts feel that it is dangerous for the skin.

40 Pct of UK Have Never Checked for Skin Cancer, Survey

By Maria Slither - May 06, 2015 12:37 PM EDT

A recent survey said that a lot of Britons are still unaware in tracking down symptoms of skin cancer.

Sunshine Affecting The Skin Gives You The Most Common Type Of Cancer

By R. Siva Kumar - May 06, 2015 09:34 AM EDT

Surveys show that most people are unaware of the effect of the sun and do not protect their skin from cancer.

Sunbathing Could Harm Pregnant Women

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 12, 2015 09:14 AM EST

A scientific study shows that ultraviolet radiation during peak sunlight years could lead to infant mortality.

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