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Cancer Smart Bomb Research
Do you remember the Smart Bomb footage of the Gulf Wars on CNN, where the bomb was launched and you watched on full video as the smart munitions flew thru someone's window and exploded? Well, some really brilliant folks at MIT had an idea. A cancer drug which could go to a cancer cell and penetrate it like a sponge and then seal-a-meal itself in the cancerous region.
Increase in Solar Radiation and Skin Cancer of Pilots
There has been a recent increase in the past decade of skin cancer among pilots; it is an interesting phenomena. Some say we have only recently noticed this because people are living longer and we are flying more international flights and planes are flying at higher altitudes.
Melanin: Aging of the Skin and Skin Cancer
"Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is responsible for 90% of the visible signs of aging on the skin of whites," says Dr. Michael J. Martin, former Assistant Clinical Professor in the Dept. of Epidemiology a...
New Approach Prevents Skin Cancer Using Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)
Anyone who currently has, has had, or wants to prevent Actinic Kerotsis or pre-cancerous skin lesions should be evaluated and treated using UV photography and photodynamic therapy (PDT). Once a person has been successfully treated using this approach, it is recommended they return for a yearly follow up to prevent future problems
Skin Cancer - A Reminder
We need to get alerted: skin cancer is the most popular cancer. Every year, more than 1,000,000 skin cancer cases are diagnosed and tens of thousands of skin cancer patients die in the U.S. alone. Th...
Sun Exposure & UV Rays: The Basic Facts
The human body benefits from sun exposure. And a little bit of tan protects you from the sun. Right? Wrong!
The human body benefits from sun exposure. And a little bit of tan protects you from the sun. Right? Wrong! The body does indeed benefit from sun exposure. But a little bit of tan does not necessarily protect you from the sun. Let's see why.
Sunburn, UV Overexposure & Skin Cancer: Prevention or Cure?
Overexposure to the sun and UV rays is rarely obvious at the time, -- and on many occasions, probably quite unintentional. However repeated exposure has rather more adverse long-term implications for our bodies and our health. The fact that damage caused to skin cells during sunburn can not only accelerate the aging process, but also increase the risk of cataracts and skin cancer, should certainly demand our attention.
Sunburn: Skin Cancer and Aging of the Skin
The experience of sunburn can be a very efficient (i.e. painful) reminder to heed adequate protection on future occasions. However more importantly, it should be a reminder of the long-term effects of sun exposure on our bodies and health which can include aging of the skin and cancer.
Sunlight for Your Life
Contrary to popular opinion Sunlight is Essential for your life, health and well being.
The Skin Doesn't Forget
This article outlines the basics of what to be aware of in terms of sun over-exposure. There is a brief overview of the different skin sensitivity types along with a breakdown of the different types of skin cancer. Finally the article ends with a simple guide to protecting your skin. The article is of interest to anyone who's looking for a brief summary about skin cancer.
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