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- How a virus might protect against skin cancer
How a virus might protect against skin cancer
November 12, 2019A recent study investigating the role of papillomaviruses in skin cancer produces surprising results. These viruses may, in fact, protect against cancer.Continue Reading- This vitamin D mechanism helps combat melanoma
This vitamin D mechanism helps combat melanoma
November 8, 2019Scientists have found that manipulating a cell signal, involving vitamin D, can slow the growth of melanoma cells and their advance to the lungs in mice.Continue Reading- Hair follicles can be a site of origin for melanoma
Hair follicles can be a site of origin for melanoma
November 5, 2019Using a new mouse model of human melanoma, scientists show how the aggressive skin cancer can start in immature, pigment producing cells in hair follicles.Continue Reading- Indoor tanning and skin cancer risk across the years
Indoor tanning and skin cancer risk across the years
October 4, 2019Researchers looking at indoor tanning and cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma find that the overall number of tanning sessions links to increased risk.Continue Reading- How does sunburn affect dark skin?
How does sunburn affect dark skin?
September 18, 2019Many people believe that dark skin is not susceptible to sun damage. This is not true. Although darker skin tones are less likely to burn, people of all skin tones can get sunburn or skin cancer. Learn more here.Continue Reading- New moles and what to look out for
New moles and what to look out for
August 30, 2019Moles, or pigmented growths on the skin, are usually harmless. Most appear in childhood, but adults can develop moles, too, and some may turn into melanomas. Find out what to look for here.Continue Reading- Does vitamin A help reduce skin cancer risk?
Does vitamin A help reduce skin cancer risk?
August 2, 2019A new study suggests that people who have a higher vitamin A intake may have a lower risk of developing a common form of skin cancer.Continue Reading- Fat cells may explain why melanoma becomes 'aggressive and violent'
Fat cells may explain why melanoma becomes 'aggressive and violent…
July 29, 2019Scientists find that fat cells transfer gene-altering proteins to melanoma cells, making them more aggressive. They also show a way to block this process.Continue Reading- Facts about skin cancer in black people
Facts about skin cancer in black people
July 17, 2019Black people can get skin cancer, though it is less likely to affect them than people with lighter skin. For darker-skinned people, it usually occurs on lighter areas of the skin. Learn more here.Continue Reading- Too much iron may cause skin infections
Too much iron may cause skin infections
June 30, 2019According to a large-scale new study, iron levels that are excessively high may cause bacterial skin infections, such as cellulitis and abscesses.Continue Reading- Researchers warn against homemade sunscreen
Researchers warn against homemade sunscreen
May 20, 2019Many people may be tempted to craft their own sunscreens out of all-natural ingredients. However, such creams will likely fail to offer any protection.Continue Reading- Cause of a lump on the back of the neck
Cause of a lump on the back of the neck
April 4, 2019Potential causes of a lump on the neck include swollen lymph nodes, acne, and cysts. The type of treatment depends on the cause. Learn more about the various causes of a lump on the neck here.Continue Reading- Gut microbes can spur immune system to attack cancer
Gut microbes can spur immune system to attack cancer
April 2, 2019An international study has identified gut bacteria that activate the immune system to slow melanoma growth in mice and highlights a key signaling pathway.Continue Reading- Laser probe detects deadly melanoma in seconds
Laser probe detects deadly melanoma in seconds
March 16, 2019A Ph.D. student has designed a cost-effective and easy-to-use device that can quickly detect cancerous skin cells. Catching cancer earlier can save lives.Continue Reading- Marine bacteria offer new weapon against melanoma
Marine bacteria offer new weapon against melanoma
March 14, 2019Melanoma is notoriously difficult to treat. Recently, scientists have looked to marine bacteria to find novel ways of attacking this type of skin cancer.Continue Reading- New compound could fight off aggressive melanoma
New compound could fight off aggressive melanoma
March 1, 2019New research examines the genetic chain reaction that causes a particularly aggressive form of melanoma and finds a way to stop it.Continue Reading- How skin cancer becomes invasive
How skin cancer becomes invasive
February 2, 2019A new study has finally identified a mechanism that allows skin cancer to become aggressive. The discovery also suggests a novel therapeutic approach.Continue Reading- Modified herpes virus effective against late-stage melanoma
Modified herpes virus effective against late-stage melanoma
January 26, 2019New research finds that therapy with a genetically modified herpes virus is highly effective in the treatment of stage 3 melanoma, with few side effects.Continue Reading- Melanoma mortality rates vary across the country
Melanoma mortality rates vary across the country
January 24, 2019A recent study examines melanoma mortality across the United States. The researchers identify large differences between states. Why could this be?Continue Reading- Researchers find new drug combo to challenge cancer
Researchers find new drug combo to challenge cancer
December 4, 2018Researchers have discovered a new drug combination that may be able to boost cancer treatment while also preventing tumors from becoming therapy-resistant.Continue Reading- Melanoma: Keeping these molecules apart could stop cancer spread
Melanoma: Keeping these molecules apart could stop cancer spread
November 21, 2018Recent research suggests that stopping the proteins LRP1 and tPA from interacting could form the basis of a treatment to halt metastasis in melanoma.Continue Reading- What to know about nodular melanoma
What to know about nodular melanoma
November 6, 2018Nodular melanoma is the most aggressive form of skin cancer. In this article, we look at the symptoms, causes, risk factors, and treatments for nodular melanoma.Continue Reading- Melanoma: More evidence that antioxidants speed up tumor spread
Melanoma: More evidence that antioxidants speed up tumor spread
November 5, 2018New research reveals that antioxidants that bind to mitochondria — the main source of free radicals — either have no effect or cause tumors to grow faster.Continue Reading- What are the symptoms of skin cancer?
What are the symptoms of skin cancer?
October 29, 2018Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. People should check every month for signs of melanoma and other skin cancers. In this article, we take a close look at the types of skin cancer and the symptoms to look for. We also discuss risk facto…Continue Reading