Oncology & Cancer
The sunscreen paradox: Researchers warn of 'false sense of security'
Sunscreen usage is climbing, but so are melanoma and skin cancer rates: this, researchers say, is the sunscreen paradox.
Oct 24, 2023
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News tagged with sun
Health
How should I add sunscreen to my skincare routine?
Sun exposure is the number one cause of skin cancer—including the most deadly form, melanoma. High levels of sun exposure cause an estimated 7,200 melanomas in Australia each year.
Oct 11, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
Researchers confirm the link between balding and skin cancer
Researchers from QIMR Berghofer have uncovered compelling new evidence that establishes why people with hair loss can be more susceptible to deadly skin cancers.
Oct 3, 2023
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Health
Should I be getting my vitamin D levels checked?
Australia has seen a surge in vitamin D testing of children, with similar trends reported for adults around the world. GPs are now being urged not to test for vitamin D unnecessarily.
Oct 2, 2023
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Melasma: New dark patches or freckling—A dermatologist offers tips on dealing with it
Dark patches or freckle-like spots on the face are melasma, and it's possible both to prevent them and make them less noticeable, according to a skin expert.
Sep 18, 2023
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Pediatrics
Researcher shines light on effectiveness of school sunscreen legislation
States that enacted laws permitting children to carry and apply sunscreen at school experienced an increased interest in sun protection and a higher rate of sunscreen use among adolescents, according to new research by a ...
Sep 5, 2023
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Medical research
Why men, wealthy people and maritime residents are more likely to develop skin cancer
A new study led by McGill University examines why people living in Atlantic regions are more at-risk for developing melanoma than other Canadians, providing lessons on skin cancer prevention for the whole country.
Aug 22, 2023
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Health
Researchers ask dermatologists which skin care products we really need
From cleansers to creams and serums to sunscreens, the skin care aisle is bursting with products that promise to make our skin look brighter, softer, younger, better. But which products are must-haves, and which are unnecessary? ...
Aug 11, 2023
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Health
Don't risk the health of your eyes this summer—how to correctly choose sunglasses and avoid swimming pool infections
At this time of year many of us are enjoying or about to enjoy holidays—day trips, the beach, the mountains, a change of scene.
Aug 10, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
Australian study confirms that golfers have an elevated risk of skin cancer
New research from the University of South Australia shows that golfers have a higher risk of skin cancer when compared to the general population.
Aug 1, 2023
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