No one wants to hear the news that they have skin cancer, but unfortunately up to 20% of Americans will experience it at one point in their life.
It’s the second day of summer and you’ve been anticipating sunshine, summer activities, and the beach. Do you worry that the sun will ruin your skin? Too much sun exposure can lead to sun burns, aging and wrinkling skin, and can contribute to skin cancer. Keep in mind these health risks of enduring the summer sun without protection and learn to rectify these…
Aspirin inhibits enzymes that cause inflammation and pain. Such enzymes as COX-2 have been linked with the advancement of melanoma, the deadliest of skin cancers. The use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin decreases the risks of developing melanoma. However, a steady dosage should be used continually over a long period of time to obtain substantial results. A…
Melanoma is the most dangerous form of skin cancer, causing 8,790 deaths in the United States every year as estimated by the Skin Cancer Foundation. It may not be the most common type of skin cancer, but it causes the most deaths, and is preventable if detected early. Exposure to UV rays, whether from the sun or a tanning bed is the…
