New Drug Might Treat Basal Cell Carcinoma with a Pill
July 20th, 2008
Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common type of skin cancer. In fact, it is the most common of all cancers. Read more…
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Posts Tagged ‘Skin Cancer’
Melanoma Rates Jump 50% for Young Women
July 14th, 2008
All types of skin cancer are on the rise in women.
Particularly concerning is new data from the National Cancer Institute which shows that from 1980 to 2004 melanoma rates rose 50% for young women. Read more…
Does Sun Exposure Cause Melanoma?
July 11th, 2008
Sun causes melanoma skin cancer. Sun protects you against melanoma skin cancer. Which is correct? Read on to find out. Read more…
Flip-flops Linked to Skin Cancer
June 15th, 2008
Seems like everything is linked to cancer these days.
Well you can add flip-flops to the list — I’m sure my mother is throwing hers away right now. Read more…
Flax Seed Oil and Your Skin
June 6th, 2008
Flax oil or flaxseed oil is derived from the pretty, blue-flowering flax plant. The oil, obtained from processing the seeds, is high in omega 3 fatty acids, especially alpha linoleic acid (ALA). Omega 3 fatty acids are essential for normal skin and body function, but they are not produced naturally by your body. Read more…
