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Melanoma

The delicate balance between vitamin D and skin cancer

For the last 30 years, we have all had the message drummed into us regarding the dangers of sun exposure and the increased risk of skin cancer. But in recent years it has become clear that some of us are not getting enough of vital vitamin D – something that we all need for our health and yet can only come from the sun. How on earth do we balance this need for the sun with the dangers it can pose and is there a link between vitamin D and skin cancer?

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Skin cancer rising amongst Hispanic and Asian women

We all know that if we have pale skin, staying out in the sun can be a cause for concern in terms of skin cancer. But what if you have light brown or olive skin? Do you still need to take care when in the sun and keep an eye on any skin abnormalities? The answer seems to be yes, based on some research carried out recently.

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Melanoma

Olive oil: great on salads, even better on your skin!

The benefits of olive oil in our diets have long been known. In fact, the olive oil-rich  Mediterranean diet is now being touted as the perfect option for reducing weight and lowering incidences of diabetes and even Alzheimers. But olive oil can also be perfect for using in your skincare routine and may even have some benefits when it comes to skin cancer.

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On melanoma symptoms: changing moles

We get a lot of questions about the subject changing moles and melanoma symptoms. Of course, this is something that a lot of people worry about; is this mole simply a mole or is it a risky skin spot?

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Why coffee may be good for your skin health

A recent study conducted by the National Cancer Institute at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Yale School of Public Health at Yale University in New Haven shows some rather intriguing correlations between consumption of coffee and skin health. Let’s dive into it:

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Melanoma

Melanoma most common cancer for young people

Melanoma, and other forms of skin cancer are generally considered ‘something you are most exposed to when you’re older’, which is a misconception. In fact, melanoma is the first (or second) most common cancer for young people. Read further for information about melanoma for your people.

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