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Skin cancer melanoma rising in young adults
Even as the rates of some cancers are falling, Mayo Clinic is seeing an alarming trend: the dramatic rise of skin cancer, especially among people under 40. The incidence of melanoma has escalated, and young women are the hardest hit.

Fair skin people may need vitamin D supplements
Researchers at the University of Leeds, funded by Cancer Research UK, suggest that people with very pale skin may be unable to spend enough time in the sun to make the amount of vitamin D the body needs - while also avoiding sunburn.

Marked reduction of HIV among circumcised adult men
Researchers presenting late breaking research on the final day of the 6th IAS Conference on HIV Pathogenesis, Treatment and Prevention (IAS 2011) have focussed on new studies in the field of circumcision, pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and antiretroviral treatment. The IAS 2011 conference has been attended by over 5000 researchers, clinicians and community leaders since Sunday in Rome.

Better inform consumers about sunscreen to help reduce skin cancer risk, early aging
Sunscreen products meeting modern standards for effectiveness may be labeled with new information to help consumers find products that, when used with other sun protection measures, reduce the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging, as well as help prevent sunburn. The final regulation allows sunscreen products that pass the FDA's test for protection against both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays to be labeled as "Broad Spectrum."

A pre existing malaria infection can prevent a second infection
A team of researchers have found that pre-existing malaria prevents secondary infection by another Plasmodium strain, the parasite responsible for malaria, by restricting iron availability in the liver of the host.

Natural plant sunscreen shows promise in preventing skin cancer
Maybe you worshipped the sun in your youth or weren't as meticulous as you should have been with sunscreen. If so, take heart: Scientists at The University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio are finding that certain plant substances, when given in combinations, may suppress damage that can cause skin cancer.

Use broad spectrum sunscreen to protect against UV rays
Sunscreen active ingredients, which are compounds that absorb, scatter or reflect ultraviolet (UV) light, are regulated as over-the-counter (OTC) drugs by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Drinking milk during pregnancy lowers baby's risk of multiple sclerosis
Drinking milk during pregnancy may help reduce your baby's chances of developing multiple sclerosis (MS) as an adult, revealed by researchers.

Why light worsens migraine headaches
Ask anyone who suffers from migraine headaches what they do when they're having an attack, and you're likely to hear "go into a dark room." And although it's long been known that light makes migraines worse, the reason why has been unclear.

812 cases of dengue fever in Delhi
Dengue fever has affected more than 800 people in Delhi - capital of India. Health officials confirmed 29 new cases of dengue infection reaching to 812 cases of debgue fever in this season.

Sunbeds should not be used for cosmetic tanning
Sunbeds should be off limits to the under 18s and should not be used for cosmetic tanning - say scientists at the Health Protection Agency.

Genes linked to moles, melanoma, skin cancer
Why people with the greatest number of moles are at increased risk of the most dangerous form of skin cancer, this puzzle is solved by UK researchers. Their findings are published in the journal Nature Genetics.

Topical fluorouracil improves actinic keratoses and photoaging
Topical application of the chemotherapy medication fluorouracil appears to reduce potentially precancerous skin patches and improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin.

Health Net offers tips to let the sun shine in, safely
Health Net Inc. (NYSE:HNT) reminds everyone that it's important to remember that this standout star (SUN) also is responsible for thousands of deaths annually due to skin cancer and heat-related illnesses.

Multiple sclerosis patients should spend more time in sun
Could a holiday in the sun reduce the risk of developing multiple sclerosis? In a recent review for F1000 Medicine Reports, Bridget Bagert and Dennis Bourdette highlight recent advances in potential treatments.

Skin cancer cases hit record high, UK
The number of people diagnosed with the deadliest form of skin cancer has crashed through the 10,000 barrier after an alarming rise in new cases, according to the latest Cancer Research UK figures.

Vitamin D in fish boosts brain power
Eating fish – long considered ‘brain food' – may really be good for the old grey matter, as is a healthy dose of sunshine, new research suggests.

Sleep may be factor in weight control, BMI
Body mass index (BMI) is linked to length and quality of sleep in a surprisingly consistent fashion, revealed by researchers on Sunday, May 17, at the American Thoracic Society's 105th International Conference in San Diego.

Sunbed usage going to rise in UK
As the credit crunch continues to hit UK adults hard in the pocket, a new survey, released by Cancer Research UK to raise awareness of its annual SunSmart campaign, reveals that some sun seekers are planning to swap their summer holidays for increased sessions on a sunbed.

Skin cancer knowledge lacking in people
Pale skinned people who are most at risk of skin cancer are ignoring sun safety advice, according to research released to launch Sun Awareness Week 2009.

Influenza A and safety of pork
In the ongoing spread of influenza A(H1N1), concerns about the possibility of this virus being found in pigs and the safety of pork and pork products have been raised.

Anti aging cosmetic reduces wrinkles
Scientists testing a cosmetic anti-ageing product sold on the high street have shown it can clinically reduce wrinkles and improve the appearance of skin damaged by everyday exposure to sunlight.

Antioxidant in berries prevents UV skin damage, wrinkles
Using a topical application of the antioxidant ellagic acid, researchers at Hallym University in the Republic of Korea markedly prevented collagen destruction and inflammatory response – major causes of wrinkles -- in both human skin cells and the sensitive skin of hairless mice following continuing exposure to UV-B, the sun's skin-damaging ultraviolet radioactive rays.

Annual vitamin D deficiency screening for dark-skinned or veiled groups
Annual screening for vitamin D deficiency and routine vitamin D supplementation in at-risk populations, such as dark-skinned or veiled groups, is recommended by Australian researchers.

Melanoma skin cancer triggered by BRAF gene mutation
Up to 70 per cent of melanoma skin cancers could be triggered by a particular genetic mutation, according to a study by The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) published in Cancer.

Outdoor workers exposed to higher ultraviolet radiation
Outdoor workers in New Zealand are exposed to much higher levels of ultraviolet radiation from the summer sun than internationally recommended occupational exposure limits, a new University of Otago study suggests.

Teens don't care about skin cancer messages
Teens continue to put themselves at unnecessary risk of skin cancer by spending excessive time in the sun and forgetting to protect themselves, according to new Cancer Council research.

Estrogen does not improve sun-damaged skin
Treating the skin with estrogen can stimulate collagen production-which improves the appearance of the skin-in areas not typically exposed to the sun, according to new research from the University of Michigan Health System.

Melanoma skin cancer rising in Victoria
New figures from The Cancer Council Victoria show that the number of Victorians affected by melanoma is at the highest level ever. Latest figures from the Victorian Cancer Registry show that in 2005, melanoma overtook lung cancer and is now the fourth most common cause of cancer in Victorians.

45% fall in Australian teens seeking a tan
New research from The Cancer Council, Australia has shown a big fall in the number of teens deliberately tanning, down 45 per cent over the past three years. Yet despite the promising trend, almost a quarter of teens are still getting sunburnt over a typical summer weekend.

New Zealand Cancer Society's sunscreen fails
The New Zealand's Commerce Commission has asked the Cancer Society, New Zealand for information about the alleged failure of one its sunscreen products, and what the society is doing about the problem.

Toronto Public Health investigating rabies exposures
Toronto Public Health is investigating human exposure to rabies from dogs purchased at a Toronto flea market. One puppy purchased at booth #1513 at Dr. Flea's Hwy 27 and Albion Rd. Flea Market on Sunday, January_13 tested positive for rabies after being brought to the Toronto Humane Society.

White matter disease affects treatment in Alzheimer's disease patients
Researchers at Sunnybrook have shown that there may be a difference in response to treatment in Alzheimer's Disease (AD) patients with and without white matter disease in selective areas of the brain.

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