There’s no positive side to developing skin cancer, but the latest research ties certain forms of the disease to a reduced …
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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.
Skin Cancer Linked to Higher Risk of Other Cancers
There’s another reason for those at risk of skin cancer to stay vigilant about protecting their health.
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?
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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.
Can Aspirin Help Ward Off Skin Cancer?
An aspirin a day could keep skin cancer away, according to a new report in the journal Cancer.
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
The Hazards of Height: Tall People May Be More Prone to Cancers
There are a host of factors that contribute to cancer — toxins such as nicotine and environmental exposures including ultraviolet radiation and pollutants — but could a person’s height be a tumor promoter as well? It might if …
The Curious Link Between Allergies and Cancer
Certain environmental exposures are known to increase your risk of cancer: tobacco smoke, UV radiation and even pollution. But what about some common metals and chemicals that cause contact allergies?
