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A.L. Tudor

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New Hope for Preventing, Diagnosing, and Treating Skin Cancer in 2011

It’s unlikely that anyone will remember 2011 for its advances in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, but considering the groundbreaking discoveries and preventative measures this year, perhaps we should!   In August, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a medication called Zelboraf (vemurafenib), a... Read moreChevron
posted 11/08/2011, comment (1)|
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A New Screening Tool for Melanoma

Using a specialized light along with digital images, dermatologists may soon be able to screen for signs of cancer in moles. MelaFind can be used to look under the skin, giving dermatologists a "second opinion" about whether a mole should be removed and biopsied.   The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new device for use on... Read moreChevron
posted 11/03/2011, comments (0)|
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California Bans Indoor Tanning for Minors: A Dermatologist’s Reaction

Earlier this month the state of California passed legislation to prohibit minors (anyone under the age of 18) from using tanning beds. This law, which will go into effect beginning January 1st of the new year, is the first of its kind as it prohibits children and teens from indoor tanning even with a parent’s permission. While national... Read moreChevron
posted 10/30/2011, comments (0)|
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Early Warning Signs of Melanoma

Melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer, is the leading form of cancer in young adults between the ages of 25 and 29 and the second most diagnosed cancer in adolescents and young adults between the ages of 15 and 29. And, the risk of developing skin cancer continues to increase as you age. It is important, therefore, to know who is most... Read moreChevron
posted 10/20/2011, comments (0)|
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HPV Viruses and Skin Cancer

A few years ago, Dr. Berman posted information on how the human papillomavirus infection (HPV) can sometimes cause skin cancer, specifically squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). A study, completed by Margaret R. Karagas, Ph.D. of Dartmouth Medical School, suggests a relationship to SCC and the number of HPV viruses a person contracts.   Cutaneous... Read moreChevron
posted 10/16/2011, comments (0)|
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