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Tanning bed exposure can be deadly when complicated by medication reactions

Tanning bed exposure can produce more than some tanners may bargain for, especially when they self-diagnose and use the radiation to treat skin eruptions, according to research conducted by the Indiana University School of ...

Medicine & Health / Cancer

created Mar 01, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Influence of skin cancer on quality of life appears more substantial for women

Women seem to experience more health-related quality of life issues than men for up to 10 years following a diagnosis of the skin cancer melanoma, according to a report in the February issue of Archives of Dermatology.

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created Feb 21, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Clinicians cite time, patient embarrassment as barriers to performing skin cancer exams

Time constraints, other illnesses and patient embarrassment may prevent dermatologists, internists and family practitioners from conducting full-body skin examinations, according to a report in the January issue of Archives of ...

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created Jan 17, 2011 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 1

Season, time of day appear to predict higher UV levels, need for sun safety measures among skiers

Ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels may remain high during winter months, and conditions can change rapidly, suggesting that adults participating in outdoor sports should rely on the season and time of day when judging the ...

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created Nov 15, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Study examines factors associated with seeking skin cancer screening

A survey of patients undergoing skin cancer screening shows that women were more likely to seek screening because of a skin lesion, a family history of skin cancer, or concern about sun exposure, whereas men age 50 and older, ...

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created Oct 18, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Fla. med student study reveals disparity of skin cancer knowledge

There is a significant disparity between knowledge and attitudes on the dangers of skin cancer among male and female medical students in Florida according to a new study by a joint team of researchers from Ben-Gurion University ...

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created Sep 14, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Wrinkles are scarier than skin cancer for young tanners

What's the most effective way to convince young women to cut back on their indoor tanning, a habit that hikes their risk of melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, by 75 percent? Warn them that it will cause leathery, ...

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created May 17, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Study suggests indoor tanning may be an addictive behavior

Individuals who have used indoor tanning facilities may meet criteria for addiction, and may also be more prone to anxiety symptoms and substance use, according to a report in the April issue of Archives of Dermatology.

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created Apr 19, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

Dermatologist skin examinations detect more, thinner skin cancers than patients identify themselves

Most melanomas detected in a general-practice dermatology clinic were found by dermatologists during full-body skin examinations of patients who had come to the clinic for different complaints, according to a report in the ...

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created Aug 17, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Antioxidants not associated with increased melanoma risk

Antioxidant supplements do not appear to be associated with an increased risk of melanoma, according to a report in the August issue of Archives of Dermatology.

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created Aug 17, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Web-based consultations may reduce referrals to dermatologists

A Web-based system allowing general practitioners to confer with specialists regarding patients with skin conditions may reduce referrals to dermatologists by approximately 20 percent, according to a report in the May issue ...

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created May 18, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0