Nose Cartilage Made From 3D Bioprinting; Safer, Easier Alternative For Skin Cancer Patients

Medicine & Technology May 05, 2021

Researchers from the University of Alberta in Canada have devised a 3D bioprinting technique that allows the fabrication of custom-shaped cartilage, like nose cartilage, for use in surgical procedures.

Some High Blood Medications Increase Risks of Developing Skin Cancer on Older Adults [Study]

Apr 12, 2021

A study found that some high blood pressure medications, particularly thiazide diuretics, are associated with two major types of skin cancer.

Eating Grapes Can Make Your Skin Look 10 Years Younger, According to Study

Feb 11, 2021

Researchers recently found that eating grapes may result in a stronger shield from UV light damage to the skin.

Skin Cancer Myths and Facts: How to Spot Signs and Symptoms of Melanoma

Jan 28, 2021

Skin cancer is not just a condition you need to worry about during summertime. What are the main symptoms to look out for in melanoma?

Blood Marker May Help Doctors Design Specific Therapies for Melanoma Patients

Oct 16, 2020

For the past few years, researchers from Edith Cowan University have been researching biomarkers for cancer. They recently discovered a new biomarker that can help determine the best immunotherapy for patients with melanoma.

How Dangerous is the Current State of Air Pollution?

Dec 04, 2019

We all know how bad air pollution is to our health, but scientists are investigating on a pollution that is so small, it can easily be inhaled and can cause several health risks that can send you straight to the hospital.

Pinning Vitamin A against Skin Cancer

Aug 10, 2019

It has always been general knowledge that vitamin A plays an important role in the healthy growth and maturation of skin cells. A new study claims that higher vitamin A intake could lower the risk of skin cancer.

Spotting Skin Cancer Before It Gets Too Serious

Jun 05, 2019

The results of the study demonstrate that UV skin damage visuals can cause viewers to feel fear, which then made these people more likely to participate in positive sun-safe behaviors such as wearing sunscreen or protective clothing

Beta Blocker Can Prevent Cancer: Study Proves

Apr 24, 2017

A new research evolved by a group of scientists from Chicago revealed that carvedilol, a potential beta blocker, has the cancer-fighting properties;

New Non-Invasive Skin Cancer Test

Aug 19, 2015

Researchers have developed a new non-invasive test for accurately detecting malignant melanoma without the need for a biopsy.

Skin Cancer Treated with...Herpes

May 27, 2015

In a new trial that could pave the way for future cancer treatments, patients with aggressive skin cancer were successfully treated with "virotherapy." This type of therapy uses a modified herpes virus to attack melanoma cells and even has shown the potential to overcome the cancer even when the disease has spread throughout the body.

Study Finds Many Sunscreen Products Not Doing Their Job

May 27, 2015

The summer vacation season is finally here and many schools are now out for the season or about to get out. Pools are opening and beaches are gearing up for a season of sun bathers, kids and adults that are looking to enjoy a cool dip in the pool or a just a little time in the sun. However, in a new report by the Environmental Working Group, researchers have found that as much as 80 percent of sunscreen products don't work to the level they claim, and some could even be dangerous.

Most Americans Still Don't Use Sunscreen

May 21, 2015

In spite of years of public health messages, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that barely one third of Americans use sunscreen on a regular basis.

The Selfie That Goes Beyond Skin Deep

May 14, 2015

In our increasingly more narcissistic selfie culture, sometimes the right selfie can deliver a powerful message in an unparalleled way. One woman with skin cancer is trying to use social media to change this part of our American tanning habit by sharing a selfie of her face, blistered and scabbed from skin cancer treatments.

Melanoma Monday Highlights Dangers of Deadliest Form of Skin Cancer

May 04, 2015

While you may hear more about cancers such as breast cancer and prostate cancer, in actuality the most common form of cancer in the United States is skin cancer, with melanoma being the deadliest form of the disease. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and this first Monday of the month has been dubbed Melanoma Monday by the American Academy of Dermatology.