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August 02, 2018
The words “cancer surgery” do not bring to mind a same day procedure in which the patient is awake for the whole process.
July 10, 2018
The law specifically prohibits the sale and distribution of sunscreen containing oxybenzone and octinoxate, which will take effect in 2021.
December 07, 2016
New research from the American Association for Cancer Research has added melanoma — the deadliest form of skin cancer — to the list of cancers correlated to alcohol use.
June 10, 2016
Cancer isn't always visible.
June 01, 2016
It isn’t possible to die from embarrassment—unless that embarrassment keeps patients from getting checked for melanoma.
May 22, 2016
Popular descriptions of modern summer skin usually include terms such as “golden” or “sun-kissed.” But those phrases would most likely make your great-grandmother shudder.
May 16, 2016
The front windshield of your car blocks most of the UVA and UVB radiation coming from the sun, but the driver’s side window may not be pulling its weight.
May 02, 2016
The first Monday in May every year is known as Melanoma Monday – a day to spread awareness of the deadliest form of skin cancer.
October 19, 2015
There may be a new way to identify an increased risk of skin cancer and all it takes is rolling up your sleeve.
August 24, 2015
Citrus fruits are touted for their health benefits, but could consuming too much actually put you at a higher risk for certain types of cancer?
August 20, 2015
Former President Jimmy Carter recently announced that he was diagnosed with cancer; today he publicized he is suffering from melanoma.
June 08, 2015
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in America, with more than 5 million people treated each year. Take these steps to help prevent it:
June 04, 2015
Using ultraviolet light to cure gel manicures is a risk factor for skin cancer. But you may still be able to get a gel manicure with less risk.
June 01, 2015
Endurance athletes can often overlook the heightened risk prolonged sun exposure can have on the skin. Even if you've put sunscreen on before heading out it doesn’t always protect you for as long as they think.
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