Skin Cancer
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Nail Salon Lamps Don't Raise Skin Cancer Risk
By Karen Rowan published
The UV lamps commonly used at nail salons won't increase your risk of skin cancer, a new study says.
Young Adults Raise Skin Cancer Risk with Sunburns, Indoor Tanning
By Live Science Staff published
Young adults commonly engage in behaviors that increase their risk of skin cancer.
Plant Agents Promising in Preventing Skin Cancer
By Amanda Chan published
Combinations of plant substances are protective in suppressing damage that can lead to skin cancer, recent research from the University of Texas Health Center in Austin suggests.
Co-Conspirator Cells Contribute to Skin Cancer
By Live Science Staff published
The cells help melanoma get started, new study finds.
Coffee-Drinking May Reduce Risk of Skin Cancer
By Rachael Rettner published
Drinking more than three cups of coffee a day was linked with a reduced risk ofbasal cell carcinoma.
FDA Approves New Skin Cancer Drug
By Live Science Staff published
Yervoy helps the body's immune system to attack cells in melanoma tumors.
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.
Common Pain Drugs Linked with Lower Skin Cancer Risk
By Karen Rowan published
People who took NSAIDs had a lower risk of skin cancer, a new study says.
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