Skin cancer is one of the most widespread forms of the disease, and it hits regardless of the age group, social status and other socio-economic factors. Its causes have not yet been precisely determined, but one of the main culprits for new cancer cases is the sun. Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation can trig... |
10 October 2009
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In a new scientific study conducted on a type of topical skin cream readily available in stores right now, researchers at the Saint Louis University have discovered that Imiquimod is very capable of actively combating the spread of skin cancer, and regular applications may also keep it in check. The find may be of ma... |
29 April 2009
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Other than the fact that the wonderful beverage helps many of us get up in the morning, and then brings us together, coffee has been recently proven to act against skin cancer, by suppressing one of its main causes, namely cells that have been affected by ultraviolet light. This type of light can cause severe damage ... |
26 February 2009
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A newly-designed substance has been developed specifically to combat skin cancer carcinomas, the most common form this disease takes in patients. It approaches the illness from 2 directions. First of all, it is a virus that incites an increased immune system response, which then directs itself on the tumors. Secondly... |
3 November 2008
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After studying 540 liver transplant recipients since 1982 to 2005, a team of researchers led by Helena Isoniemi uncovered that the standardized incidence ratio (SIR) in those who received transplants was of 2.59 when compared with the rest of the population. Unlike previous studies, which had too few subjects or gave... |
3 October 2008
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It would seem that despite their huge popularity, this summer the ever-present flip-flop shoes are under heavy attack. Researchers have already warned us that walking in flip-flops can cause us to strike our toes against... well, virtually anything in our path, and that the strain of keeping these wobbly shoes on our... |
12 June 2008
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Scientists looking to better understand the occurrence of cancer in young children and teenagers have long realized that geographical factors and family lifestyle may play an important part in the evolution of a child's health. When it comes to family background and the family's state of affluence, we'... |
11 June 2008
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A new study conducted at DeCODE Genetics in Iceland and at the Queensland Institute of Medical Research, Australia reveals that skin pigmentation and hair color may not have such an important role in getting skin cancer after sitting in the Sun, not as much as a newly found gene that could be used to predict which pe... |
19 May 2008
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Anyone else finds this funny? I for one find it hilarious that Victoria Beckham - OK, let me put a bit of emphasis on it - perma-tanned Victoria Beckham, who usually manages to shine with a not-so-healthy deep-orange glow - has become the face of a skin cancer awareness campaign. I mean, don't get me wrong - I&#... |
30 January 2008
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