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Living Alone Linked with Higher Risk of Melanoma Death in Men
By Bahar Gholipour published
Men who live alone may have a higher risk of dying from the skin cancer melanoma compared with men who live with a partner, a new study from Sweden finds.

Why Redheads Are at Higher Risk for Melanoma
By Rachael Rettner published
The same genetic mutation that leads to red hair and fair skin may put individuals at risk for skin cancer, a new study suggests.

Melanoma Deaths More Likely in Young Men Than Women
By Bahar Gholipour published
Is there a "male melanoma" and a "female melanoma"? Study says yes.

Aspirin May Prevent Melanoma in Women
By Cari Nierenberg published
Women who take aspirin may reduce their risk for melanoma by 21 percent.

Coffee May Help Protect Against Skin Cancer
By Anna Azvolinsky published
Caffeine may the reason drinking coffee lowers the risk of the most common type of skin cancer, researchers say.

Deadliest Skin Cancer Hides in Plain Sight, Study Finds
By Lauren Cox published
Nodular melanoma can look different from other melanomas, and can also be more deadly.
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