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News Tip: New Research on Teenage Girls and Melanoma Makes This the Season for Tanning Stories
Prom season and summer approach, and with them teenage girls seeking suntans. New research published in the May issue of Pediatrics finds that the number of children diagnosed with melanoma has increased an average 2% a year since the 1970s. |
Released: 5/17/2013 8:00 AM EDT
Expert Available Dana-Farber Cancer Institute |
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How to Apply Sunscreen for Effective Protection Against Sunburn, Skin Cancer and Premature AgingSunscreen can protect your skin against the effects of the sun, yet it is not as effective unless it’s applied correctly. A new video from the American Academy of Dermatology, “Sunscreen: How to Apply,” demonstrates dermatologists’ tips for applying sunscreen for optimum protection. |
Released: 5/14/2013 10:00 AM EDT
American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) |
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American Academy of Dermatology Association Applauds FDA Actions to Safeguard the Public From the Dangers of Tanning BedsThe American Academy of Dermatology Association (AADA) is pleased that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed changes to its regulation of tanning beds, including a strong recommendation against the use of tanning beds by minors under the age of 18. |
Released: 5/6/2013 2:50 PM EDT
American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) |
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Seattle Cancer Care Alliance Shares Six Steps to Preventing Skin CancerIn observance of May’s Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (SCCA) has provided tips for prevention and early detection. |
Released: 5/1/2013 9:00 AM EDT
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance |
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Surgery for Nonfatal Skin Cancers Might Not Be Best for Elderly Patients
Surgery is often recommended for skin cancers, but older, sicker patients can endure complications as a result and may not live long enough to benefit from the treatment. |
Embargo expired: 4/29/2013 4:00 PM EDT
Released: 4/29/2013 3:30 PM EDT
University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) |
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Make a Fashion Statement on Melanoma Monday®: Wear Orange to Raise Awareness of Skin CancerThe American Academy of Dermatology aims to paint the nation orange this May by asking the public to wear orange in support of skin cancer awareness on Melanoma Monday®, May 6. |
Released: 4/29/2013 1:00 PM EDT
American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) |
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Have Fun in the Sun, But Be Sun Smart: Mayo Releases Cartoon-Style Melanoma Prevention PSAsHave fun in the sun, but be sun smart. That’s the message two cartoon-style moles deliver to kids of all ages in new public service announcements released by Mayo Clinic as part of Skin Cancer Awareness Month in May. Melanoma is on the rise, particularly among teens and young adults. It can be deadly. |
Released: 4/29/2013 11:00 AM EDT
Mayo Clinic |
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Medicaid-Insured Children Have Limited Access to Dermatologists
Only 19 percent of dermatologists in 13 metropolitan areas across the United States accept Medicaid-insured children. |
Released: 4/29/2013 6:00 AM EDT
Saint Louis University Medical Center |
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Mount Sinai Experts and Patients Share Their Skin Cancer Tips and Stories for Skin Cancer Awareness Month and Melanoma MondaySkin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, with one in five Americans developing it over the course of their lives. It’s also one of the most preventable types of cancers. Since May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and Melanoma Monday is May 6th, Mount Sinai experts are sharing tips on prevention. |
Released: 4/24/2013 11:45 AM EDT
Mount Sinai Medical Center |
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English-Speaking U.S. Hispanics Engage in Fewer Protections and More Risk Behaviors for Skin Cancer than Spanish-Speaking U.S. Hispanics
Research from The Cancer Institute of New Jersey shows that U.S. Hispanics who speak English are less likely to engage in skin cancer prevention practices and more likely to put themselves at risk for skin cancer as compared to Spanish-speaking Hispanics who live in this country. Investigators say their findings show a need to consider linguistic acculturation – the way one adapts to the multiple languages to which he or she is exposed – in developing interventions for this population. |
Embargo expired: 4/17/2013 4:00 PM EDT
Released: 4/15/2013 9:00 AM EDT
Cancer Institute of New Jersey |