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Have You Heard Of The Sunscreen Gene?
The researchers found that the "UV Radiation Resistance Associated Gene" is a tumor suppressor for skin cancer, which is the most common form of cancer in the United States. Melanoma is the deadliest skin cancer. In fact, melanoma rates have doubled over the last three decades, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Can Women Sunbathers Live Longer Than Those Avoiding The Sun?
Reviewed By Ray Spotts
An analysis of information on 29,518 Swedish women who were followed for 20 years revealed that longer life expectancy among women with active sun exposure habits was related to a decrease in heart disease and noncancer/non-heart disease deaths, causing the relative contribution of death due to cancer to increase.
Does Mens Skin Cancer Knowledge Lag Behind Womens?
Reviewed By Ray Spotts
Skin cancer can affect anyone, regardless of age, race or gender. When it comes to skin cancer prevention and detection, however, it seems that men need to brush up on their knowledge.
Do You Know How To Detect When Most Common Skin Cancer Turns Dangerous?
Reviewed By Ray Spotts
Most basal cell skin cancers are easily removed -- those on the arm, leg or back. But when the cancer is on the eyelid or when it starts to invade surrounding tissue, it's no longer straightforward.
Are You Using Sunscreen Correctly?
Reviewed By Ray Spotts
How well do you understand sunscreen? For many consumers, the answer is not so well. According to new research, many people are still puzzled by the wide range of SPF numbers on product labels, and some may not be using sunscreen properly, which could increase their skin cancer risk.