Skin Cancer : Science World Report

Jan 21, 2017 04:00 AM EST

Skin Cancer: Experts Suggest Teaching Tattoo Artist How To Identify Skin Lesions Can Help Detect Skin Cancer

Researchers suggest that teaching tattoo artists identify basic signs of skin cancer can help in identifying at early stage.

Jan 20, 2017 04:00 AM EST

Tanning Beds And Skin Cancer; The Perks And Perils Of Getting Perfectly Tanned Skin In Minutes

Want a perfect tan with complimentary skin cancer? Then book a tanning bed session.

Dec 02, 2016 02:15 AM EST

Drinking A Glass Of White Wine A Day Raises Risk Of Skin Cancer, Study Claims

The study suggests that a small glass of white wine a day could increase the risk of skin cancer by 13 percent.

Aug 04, 2016 05:53 AM EDT

Things You Should Know About Changing Moles And Skin Cancer Risk

Have you noticed a mole in your body that is changing in size and appearance? This may signify something.

May 31, 2016 08:43 AM EDT

How To Choose And Use Sunscreen Carefully To Inhibit Sunburn, Lower The Risk Of Skin Cancer

Experts advise to choose and use sunscreen carefully to protect your skin from being damaged that may also cause skin cancer.

May 23, 2016 06:20 AM EDT

Melanoma Rates Higher In New Jersey Than Other US States

Summer means time in the sun -- but hopefully, not too much time, for health reasons.

May 20, 2016 05:37 AM EDT

Keytruda: A Miracle Drug Tested For Treating Melanoma, Other Cancer Types

A potential cancer drug called Keytruda can treat Melanoma, a skin cancer. It is also tested now for treating other hard-to-treat cancer types.

Dec 18, 2015 04:25 PM EST

Tanning Bed Restrictions Proposed By FDA For Those Under 18

The U.S. Food and Drug (FDA) recently proposed a rule that would ban minors from using tanning beds-requiring anyone under 18 to sign a waiver regarding health risks at the first session and then every six months following.

Jul 06, 2015 05:32 PM EDT

Citrus FruitMelanoma: Eating Citrus like Grapefruit and Orange Juice Causes Increased Cancer Risk

Scientists have taken a closer look at dietary patterns and have found that frequent consumption of citrus, such as whole grapefruit and orange juice, may be associated with an increased risk of melanoma.

Jun 21, 2015 11:52 PM EDT

Americans Have No Idea What The Labels On Their Sunblock Mean

Many Americans are well aware that wearing sunscreen can help protect against premature aging and skin cancer, but a new study shows that many have relatively no clue about the indications that sunscreen labels represent.

Jun 02, 2015 11:32 PM EDT

Melanoma Rates Are Up Among Young People

Statistics show that melanoma rates are significantly higher among young adults since the 1970s. More specifically, researchers found a 250 percent increase, with young women appearing to be at highest risk for the health issue and accounting for roughly two-thirds of cases diagnosed in 2011, accord...

May 15, 2015 05:54 PM EDT

Could Vitamin B Help Prevent Skin Cancer?

Researchers at the University of Sydney have found that certain vitamin supplements may help protect against skin cancers in people who are prone to the disease. More specifically, the study showed that a form of vitamin B3 yielded a 23 percent lower risk of developing skin cancers when compared to ...