Great Skin Cancer links shared by Doctor Contributors
CDC: Young adults ignoring skin-cancer warnings - Yahoo! News
news.yahoo.com — “From Yahoo! News: The warnings about skin cancer from too much sun don't seem to be getting through.” View full resource at news.yahoo.com
Most Recently Shared on May 10, 2012 at 9:43 pm By:
CDC: Young adults ignoring skin-cancer warnings - The warnings about skin cancer from too much sun don't seem to be ... http://t.co/E1RoY32P
Medical app uses augmented reality and camera phone to detect skin cancer
imedicalapps.com — “DoctorMole is one of the first augmented reality medical apps for Android and is used to monitor suspicious skin lesions with surprisingly good results” View full resource at imedicalapps.com
Most Recently Shared on May 10, 2012 at 11:55 am By:
Medical app uses augmented reality and camera phone to detect skin cancer http://t.co/LtRfxtPM
American Cancer Society, Other Health Advocates Want All N.J. Minors Banned From Tanning Booths « CBS New York
newyork.cbslocal.com — “The American Cancer Society says the rate of skin cancer, otherwise known as melanoma, has increased in the Garden State by 43 percent over the last 10 years and says indoor tanning booths are a major factor. News, Sports, Weather, Traffic and the Best of NY” View full resource at newyork.cbslocal.com
Most Recently Shared on May 7, 2012 at 9:16 pm By:
American Cancer Society, Other Health Advocates Want All N.J. ... http://t.co/zvspTrpU
Immunotherapy Drugs: Two Drugs Harness Immune System To Fight Cancer
huffingtonpost.com — “By Bill Berkrot NEW YORK, May 7 (Reuters) - More than 100 years after researchers first explored the potential to harness the body's immune system to fight cancer, the field's leading doctors see the concept finally proving itself on a large scale in the next year or two. Two drugs based on immunotherapy are already available and have met with mixed results. Bristol-Myers Squibb's Yervoy has been hailed as a major breakthrough for treatment of melanoma since its approval last year, w” View full resource at huffingtonpost.com
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Immunotherapy Drugs: Two Drugs Harness Immune System To Fight #Cancer http://t.co/KXQ728T9 via @HealthyLiving
Only 14% of Americans Wear Sunscreen Daily (plus, more surprising melanoma facts): Beyond the Beauty Pages: Beyond the Beauty Pages: Self.com
self.com — “SELF Magazine: fashion, beauty, health, sex advice, news” View full resource at self.com
Most Recently Shared on May 4, 2012 at 6:00 pm By:
Scary stat: Only 1 in 7 Americans (14%) wear sunscreen daily: Surprising melanoma facts you should know: http://t.co/tQSBpuc7
Skin Laser and Surgery Specialists | Blog | When is surgery needed to treat skin cancer?
skinandlasers.com — “When is surgery needed to treat skin cancer? All skin cancers required some form of treatment. The required approach is dictated by the size of the skin cancer and its location. On the face we use the Mohs technique to maximize cure rate and minimize the amount of skin that must be removed.” View full resource at skinandlasers.com
Most Recently Shared on May 3, 2012 at 3:58 pm By:
New post: When is surgery needed to treat skin cancer? http://t.co/w2haeRqq
Skin Cancer Awareness Month - DermTV, Internet’s Daily Skincare Video Show
dermtv.com — “Skin Cancer Awareness Month - DermTV, Internet’s Daily Skincare Video Show” View full resource at dermtv.com
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Women with melanoma fare better than men: study | Reuters
reuters.com — “(Reuters) - Women diagnosed with melanoma are more likely to survive the skin cancer than men and less likely to have it recur, according to a European study.The findings, published in the Journal of” View full resource at reuters.com
Most Recently Shared on May 2, 2012 at 3:45 pm By:
One study has shown that women diagnosed with melanoma have a better likelihood of surviving compared to men, by 30% http://t.co/QjSHldSC
Melanoma Rates On The Rise - Prevention.com
prevention.com — “Melanoma rates are up across the board, but especially among women under 40, according to a new study by the Mayo Clinic. Are you guilty of these common skin mistakes?” View full resource at prevention.com
Most Recently Shared on May 1, 2012 at 11:27 pm By:
May is Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month. Are you prone to making these mistakes? http://t.co/0vEWvIMW
Healthy Steps For Your Feet For Your Life: Got Burn?
healthystepsdfw.blogspot.com — “Healthy Steps was created for you with the proper fitting shoe and orthotic in mind. Whether you wear orthotics and need properly fitting shoes or are looking for shoes that are comfortable with style, let the staff at Healthy Steps be of service to you. Healthy Steps is a division of Foot and Ankle Associates of North Texas (FAANT). Let us be the source for your foot health solutions.” View full resource at healthystepsdfw.blogspot.com
Most Recently Shared on April 27, 2012 at 8:32 pm By:
Blog: Healthy Feet: Got Burn?: You hear the news about skin cancer. You know to apply sunscreen... http://t.co/jpC0B8Tr Written by FAANT
Insight » The truth about melanoma
blog.dana-farber.org — “Insight » The truth about melanoma” View full resource at blog.dana-farber.org
Most Recently Shared on April 27, 2012 at 7:38 pm By:
RT @msbuller: Good melanoma myths debunked from @DanaFarber http://t.co/e40SMgHC
EM FOD...In 2007,... | Facebook
facebook.com — “Everyday Medicine wrote: EM FOD...In 2007, 58,094 people in the... Join Facebook to connect with Everyday Medicine and others you may know.” View full resource at facebook.com
Most Recently Shared on April 23, 2012 at 12:24 pm By:
EM FOD...In 2007, 58,094 people in the United States were diagnosed with #melanomas of the #skin, including... http://t.co/Fuxn2o4W
can you get vitamin d from indoor tanning beds?
healthtap.com — “Do not go in a tanning bed. The evidence has been found that even a few trips to the local tanning bed increases the risk a MELANOMA 4 fold. The American Cancer Society and American Academy of Dermatology both have put out statements about incidental sun exposure and dietary and adequate Vitamin D.” View full resource at healthtap.com
Most Recently Shared on April 21, 2012 at 9:58 pm By:
#HealthTap: can you get vitamin d from indoor tanning beds? Agreed http://t.co/dCUA3xzJ
Show how its done: How to self check your skin - IF IT CHANGES GET IT CHECKED
showhowitsdone.blogspot.co.uk — “Making the Most of Mens' Health” View full resource at showhowitsdone.blogspot.co.uk
Most Recently Shared on April 20, 2012 at 12:38 pm By:
RT @MensHealthTips: Doctor turns #melanoma patient: How to check yourself for skin cancer http://t.co/E21FjWzM #CHECKOUTCHANGES
Still Tanning? 6 Sunscreen Mistakes That Are Leaving You Vulnerable to Skin Cancer: Health & Fitness: glamour.com
glamour.com — “Still think tanning is sexy? Derms say many young women do, and that they're paying the price. Here, six mistakes even the smartest of us are making.” View full resource at glamour.com
Most Recently Shared on April 17, 2012 at 3:57 pm By:
Still Think Tanning is Sexy? Dr. Hale talks common sun protection mistakes in the May issue of @glamourmag! http://t.co/Sy9qy1AP

