Optimism in melanoma fight
23/7/2007 |
Several advances announced in the last year have given doctors a cautious sense of optimism in the fight against melanoma.
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Most sunscreens not safe
21/6/2007 |
Eighty-four percent of sunscreens offer inadequate protection from the sun or contains at least one ingredient with significant safety concerns, says a US study.
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UV may be key to cancer
12/6/2007 |
Overall exposure to the sun's UV rays in childhood, not just sunburns, may be a major factor influencing a person's risk for skin cancer later in life, researchers say.
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Less sun beats sunscreen
4/5/2007 |
A new study says the best way to protect against cancer-causing ultraviolet rays is to avoid direct sunlight and wear protective clothing to keep exposure to a minimum.
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Tanning gene fights cancer
9/3/2007 |
A gene that is known to play a key role in suppressing cancer also seems to protect against sun damage while promoting a golden tan.
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Marathoners face cancer risk
22/11/2006 |
Marathoners face heightened odds for skin cancer, including melanoma, new European research suggests.
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UV-blocking sunscreen OK'd
26/10/2006 |
A sunscreen, that's reportedly better at blocking ultraviolet A radiation than other sunscreens currently on the market, has been approved by the US FDA.
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Sun kills 60 000 a year
26/10/2006 |
The UN health agency says up to 60 000 deaths a year worldwide are caused by too much exposure to the sun.
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Sunscreen can damage your skin
26/10/2006 |
Are sunscreens always beneficial, or can they be detrimental to users? A research team report that the sunscreen itself can become harmful to the skin.
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A tan to fight skin cancer?
26/10/2006 |
In the not-too-distant future, you may be able to slather on a lotion that protects your skin from cancer and gives you a tanned look at the same time.
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