- Resources
The Incidence Of Breast Cancer In The Melanoma Population
- Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers - Prevention
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Melanoma
- Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer
- Precancerous Skin Conditions
- Causes
Risk Factors
According to the American Cancer Societythe lifetime risk of getting melanoma is about 2% (1 in 50) for whites, 0.1% (1 in 1,000) for blacks, and 0.5% (1 in 200) for Hispanics. The number of melanoma cases has been increasing over the past 30 years.
Survival rates have been improving, however, and the increase in melanomas has occurred mainly with less aggressive forms of the disease. Some experts believe this is due to earlier diagnosis and increased awareness of the disease,...
Read moreMore information on "The Incidence Of Breast Cancer In The Melanoma Population"
From Our Experts
Hormone Replacement Therapy and Breast Cancer Incidence
Dr. Ravdin et al published a very impressive article in this week's New England Journal of Medicine on hormone replacement therapy (HRT)... Read more »
African Americans More Likely to Die from Melanoma than Caucasians
It has been known for some time that while the incidence of skin cancer for African Americans is rare, it still happens. And when it does... Read more »
Does Breast Cancer Get Too Much Attention as Compared to Other...
This year, about a quarter of a million American women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and about 40,000 will die of breast cancer.... Read more »
Bob Marley Died of Metastatic Melanoma at Age 36: Skin Cancer Tips
As the warmer spring and summer months approach, it's tempting to make plans for long weekends at the beach or days lying on a picnic... Read more »
Personal Stories of Tanning Bed Users Diagnosed with Melanoma
Our mission on both MySkinCareConnection and SkinCancerConnection is to give you the facts you need to make wise choices about your skin.... Read more »
From Our Sources
Melanoma
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Melanoma is a type of cancer originating from the cells that give color to the skin. These cells are called melanocytes. Some melanomas arise in... Read more »
Breast MRI and the New American Cancer Society Guidelines for ...
My technician recently told me, just before sending me gliding through an MRI tube, that MRI scans were once an uncommon breast exam. He performed... Read more »
Melanoma
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer. It is the leading cause of death from skin disease.It involves cells called melanocytes, which... Read more »
Gene variation raises Melanoma risk
A gene variation known as cyclin D1 may raise a person's risk of melanoma by up to 80 percent, a new study has shown. Portuguese researchers studied... Read more »
Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers: Other Skin Cancers
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
MelanomaMelanoma accounts for only 5% of all skin cancers, yet it results in most of the skin cancer deaths, according to the American Cancer... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
