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The findings showed that hope and self-efficacy significantly predicted intentions to take actions against skin cancer. (Photo: Pixabay)

Regular sunscreen use can cut deadly skin cancer risk by 40 per cent

Regular users of sunscreen were more likely to be female, younger, of British or northern European ancestry.

19 July 2018 1:50 PM GMT

Non application of sunscreen causes dark spots, pigmentation and uneven skin tone.

Sun-sensitive people need more than sunscreen to avoid sunburn

It's good to see that shading has become the main form of sun protection as it's free, inexpensive and feels better than...

11 July 2018 10:23 AM GMT

Every year more than 12,000 Australians are diagnosed with invasive melanoma, which is the most deadly form of the disease. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

How much sun exposure can cause melanoma?

Study highlights how much sunshine does your body needs to cause melanoma.

21 Nov 2019 6:34 AM GMT

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro (Photo: AP)

Possible skin cancer after hospital visit, says Brazil President Jair...

The presidential office, however, said there is no sign that Bolsonaro has a cancer, adding that he had been to hospital...

12 Dec 2019 4:04 AM GMT

The impact of air pollution on the skin is also known as polluaging.

Beauty in the time of pollution

It's a rough deal for your skin, but there are plenty of ways to care for it in the face of pollution.

10 Dec 2019 6:51 PM GMT

While reseachers have suggested the possibility of harmful chemicals getting absorbed in the bloodstream, they have not advised against using sunscreens entirely. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Use your sunscreen, but with caution

A recent study by the US FDA suggests that high levels of sunscreen ingredients end up in the bloodstream.

7 May 2019 8:22 AM GMT

This procedure can be completed in 15 minutes with no discomfort to the patient, who feels no sensation from the light or the nearly inaudible sound. (Representational/Pixabay)

Non-invasive method to determine if skin tumour is cancerous

'Virtual biopsy' device can non-invasively detect skin tumours.

17 Jun 2019 8:19 AM GMT

A few skin cancer detection apps are available, which allows your phone to analyse your skin using artificial intelligence algorithm. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Detect skin cancer using your smartphone

These smartphone apps can help you in early detection in signs of skin cancer.

6 July 2019 9:12 AM GMT

Melanoma is a type of cancer that is typically linked to skin. (Photo: ANI)

New way discovered to reverse melanoma

Immunotherapy drugs when combined prevent melanoma progression.

30 Sep 2019 7:29 AM GMT

Doctors could be a step closer to finding the most effective way to treat cancer. (Photo: Pixabay)

Weight loss surgery can cut skin cancer risk: study

Weight loss in individuals with obesity can reduce the risk of a deadly form of cancer that has increased steadily in...

26 May 2018 11:50 AM GMT

Doctors could be a step closer to finding the most effective way to treat cancer. (Photo: Pixabay)

AI better at finding skin cancer than doctors: study

On average, flesh and blood dermatologists accurately detected 86.6 per cent of skin cancers from images, compared to 95...

29 May 2018 3:26 AM GMT

Doctors could be a step closer to finding the most effective way to treat cancer. (Photo: Pixabay)

Marriage may be good for catching melanoma early

Compared to married patients, widows were 70 percent more likely to have early-stage melanoma diagnosed when it was...

12 May 2018 9:06 AM GMT