Editor’s note: Most of us are accustomed to the idea of treating any health problem as quickly and completely as possible. But that may not always be the best way to go. Here, from the American Academy of Dermatology, is a list of procedures from the AAD’s Choosing Wisely list. Procedures you might want to… Continue reading The Skin Treatments You Might Not Need
Tag: Melanoma
Melanoma: What You Need to Know
Although skin cancer isn’t of as much concern to people as better known and more serious cancers such as those of the breast and colon, it can be very serious – especially in its most dangerous form, melanoma. Here, from the American Academy of Dermatology, is what you need to know about the illness that… Continue reading Melanoma: What You Need to Know
Sun and Water Safety Tips for Summer
Summer is a season when outdoor activity increases. Unfortunately, so can the number of skin cancers. There are more cases of skin cancer each year than breast, prostate, lung and colon cancers combined. In fact, of the seven most common cancers, melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer, is the only type of cancer… Continue reading Sun and Water Safety Tips for Summer
Your Nails and Your Health
Although we often think of nails primarily in terms of cosmetics, they often reflect a number of health conditions. According to the American Association of Dermatologists, changes in the nail, such as discoloration or thickening, can signal health problems including liver and kidney diseases, heart and lung conditions, anemia and diabetes. And nail growth is… Continue reading Your Nails and Your Health
Viagra Doesn’t Cause Melanoma
A rigorous analysis of more than 20,000 medical records concludes that erectile dysfunction drugs such as Viagra are not a cause of melanoma, an often deadly form of skin cancer, despite the higher risk for the disease among users of these drugs. A detailed report on the research findings was published in the Journal of… Continue reading Viagra Doesn’t Cause Melanoma
Skin Cancer: Who’s Got Your Back?
According to a news release from the American Academy of Dermatologists, your back should be at the front of your mind when it comes to skin cancer detection and prevention. The back is a hard area to protect, but it’s crucial to do so, because, the AAD says, it’s the most common site for melanoma,… Continue reading Skin Cancer: Who’s Got Your Back?
The Latest on Melanoma Treatments
Editor’s Note: According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer, accounting for approximately 75 percent of skin cancer deaths (1). Approximately 9,940 U.S. residents are expected to die from this disease in 2015 (2). Melanoma is highly treatable when detected early, but survival rates decline for patients… Continue reading The Latest on Melanoma Treatments
Coffee May Lower Risk of Melanoma
Java lovers rejoice! According to a study published January 20th 2015 in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, drinking four or more cups of coffee a day may lower the risk of malignant melanoma. Previous studies have suggested that coffee consumption has a protective effect against non-melanoma skin cancers, but the protective effect for… Continue reading Coffee May Lower Risk of Melanoma
Skin Safety Tips for Winter
Just because it’s getting close to winter, don’t pack away your sunblock with your swimsuit. In fact, winter’s sun is just as dangerous as summer rays, according to Adam J. Scheiner, MD. “The snow reflects the glare of the sun – and the damaging UV rays,” says Scheiner. “People who like skiing and snowboarding in… Continue reading Skin Safety Tips for Winter
New Melanoma Combo Therapy Improves Survival Rate
A researcher at the University of California, Los Angeles Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center has helped develop a combination drug therapy that shows promise in extending the lives of people with metastatic melanoma. The new therapy also accomplishes this result without the side effect of a secondary skin cancer seen in some patients prescribed only one… Continue reading New Melanoma Combo Therapy Improves Survival Rate
Indoor Tanning Ups Melanoma Risk
If you or your teenage children or grandchildren believe that getting an indoor tan will prevent burns from outdoor sun exposure, you’re courting the deadliest form of skin cancer. That’s the finding of researchers at the University of Minnesota who published their study May 29th 2014 in the JNCI: Journal of the National Cancer Institute. The team reports that indoor tanning raises the risk of developing melanoma even if a person has never had burns from either indoor or outdoor tanning.