There’s no positive side to developing skin cancer, but the latest research ties certain forms of the disease to a reduced …
Skin Cancer
FDA Proposes New Tanning-Bed Warnings
If the FDA gets its way, tanning beds may soon feature labels warning young people to steer clear of the machines and their jolts of UV radiation.
Some Skin Cancer Survivors Still Use Tanning Beds
Say it isn’t so. A recent survey found that even people who have survived melanoma — the deadliest form of skin cancer — fail to protect themselves from the sun, and even continue to tan.
Can Aspirin Keep Skin Cancer At Bay?
A Wristband that Tells You When to Get Out of the Sun
Disposable wristbands, much like the paper bracelets worn at concerts, can protect wearers from sunburn and skin-cancer risk by alerting them when to head into the shade.
6 Ways to Keep Your Pets Safe in the Heat
A sweltering day is as unpleasant — and potentially dangerous — for dogs and cats as it is for humans. Heed these tips to keep your pets healthy and comfortable through the dog days of summer
New Melanoma Drugs Beat Chemotherapy in Trials
In two large-scale trials, new drugs made by GlaxoSmithKline extended the lives of patients with advanced melanoma longer than standard chemotherapy.
Sunburn and Indoor Tanning Still Putting Young People at Risk for Skin Cancer
Half of young adults under age 30 report having had a sunburn in the previous year, and many young white women are still using tanning beds.
Caffeine and Exercise: A Protective Mix Against Skin Cancer, in Mice
A recent study finds that combining exercise and caffeine can reduce the risk of skin cancer in mice. The finding seems counterintuitive, but the researchers say the beneficial effect may ultimately have to do with weight …
Study Finds Dramatic Rise in Skin Cancer Among Young Adults
Mayo Clinic researchers report skyrocketing rates of skin cancer among young adults, probably because of their persistent use of tanning beds
Why Teens Sunbathe More, Use Sunscreen Less
Most young teens aren’t getting the message about sun safety, a new study in Pediatrics suggests.
Study: Fake Tans Help Keep Women Out of the Sun
Women who get their tans from a bottle tend to do less real sunbathing and cut back on tanning bed use, according to a new study.
California Bans Teens From Tanning Salons (Plus, Other New Laws)
California girls wanting a beach-bronzed look will have to get it the natural way, thanks to a new law barring teens under 18 from using tanning beds.
