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Just the facts ... about cancer
The cancers that most frequently affect men are prostate, colon, lung and skin cancer. Knowing about these types of cancer—and how they can be prevented or found early—can save your life.
Prostate Cancer
The chance of getting prostate cancer...Tags: Prostate Cancer, Prostate, Medical Procedures and Tests, Health Organizations, Colon Cancer
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Cancer awareness
McClatchy TribuneRhonda McCartt was in shock when a mammogram and biopsy revealed precancerous cells in her breast. In the past, such a diagnosis would have been a signal to wait and worry, with close monitoring to see whether the cells became cancerous. These days, as...Tags: Obesity, Oncology, Dallas, Tumors, Colon
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Researchers Say Tanning Beds Cause Cancer
KIAHPeople have relied on them for years to get that so called "healthy glow," but now a leading, global research group says tanning beds are a significant cancer hazard. The World Health Organization is now categorizing tanning beds under the highest cancer...Tags: Ultraviolet Radiation Exposure, Health Organizations, Skin Cancer, Medical Research, Education
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Beauty Mark?
HealthKey.com contributorWhat is a birthmark? Birthmarks are spots on the skin that typically appear at birth or shortly after. Some are benign and may fade or disappear, but you may want to remove yours for cosmetic or health reasons. What are the different types?...Tags: Surgery, Dermatology
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Save Your Skin from Melanoma
HealthKey.com contributorMelanoma causes the most fatalities of all skin cancers, according to The Skin Cancer Foundation. But early detection and treatment can literally "save your skin." What Is It? Melanoma is a malignant tumor that forms in the cells that make melanin,...Tags: Tumors, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Skin Cancer Foundation, Health Organizations, Skin Cancer
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The Many Types of Skin Cancer
As a sun lover with a fair complexion and a history of blistering sunburns, I've spent much of the last decade waiting for skin cancer. So when I noticed that a fleshy pink nodule on the side of my head seemed to be growing exponentially, I headed to...Tags: Basal Cell Carcinoma, Chemotherapy, Squamous Cell Cancer, Science and Technology, Cryosurgery
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Spotlight On: Dermatologists
HealthKey.com contributorIf you'd enjoy using your analytical and interpersonal skills to help people achieve and maintain healthier skin, consider a career as a dermatologist. What They Do Dermatologists are physicians who specialize in diagnosing, treating and preventing skin...Tags: Medical Procedures and Tests, Skin Cancer, Hospitals and Clinics, Colleges and Universities, Skin Conditions
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Atypical Moles vs. Normal Moles
HealthKey.com contributorMay is Skin Cancer Awareness month. Part of being aware is knowing what to look for, especially when it comes to suspicious-looking moles. Read on to learn about what's normal and what may be cause for alarm. What's a "Normal" Mole? Normal moles are...Tags: Skin Cancer Foundation, Skin Cancer, Scalp, Skin Cancer Awareness Month, Skin Lesion
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July 5: Midday Fix - Teb's Troops March on Melanoma
WGN NewsFourth Annual Teb's Troops' March on Melanoma Chicago 5K Sunday, July 25 9:00 a.m. Montrose Harbor www.tebstroops.org Free skin screens by a dermatologist on a first come, first served basis Tips on melanoma detection and prevention: Limit or avoid...Tags: Ultraviolet Radiation Exposure, Sunburn, Skin Cancer, WGN, Dermatology
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Alarming Numbers About Skin Cancer And Minorities
KIAHWe're hearing some startling new numbers about skin cancer. We all know people with fair skin have a greater risk for developing the potentially deadly disease, but a closer look at the numbers reveal death rates are much higher for people with darker...Tags: Clubs and Associations, Skin Cancer, Minority Groups, American Medical Association, Cancer
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Sun-Kissed Kids?
HealthKey.com contributor"Mom, dad, can I go out and play?" How many times have you heard that? Even from an early age, kids love to spend time outdoors. Unfortunately, 54 percent of children burn or tan in their second summer, and 22 percent burn in their first, according to the...Tags: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Skin Cancer Foundation, Health Organizations, Sunburn, Skin Cancer
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Celebrities & Skin Cancer
HealthKey.com contributorSkin cancer strikes everyone and know no age boundary either—athletes, movie stars, musicians, politicians, talk show hosts, reporters, royalty and regular people alike. Here are 16 well-known people who survived skin cancer scares—and three...Tags: Entertainment, Basal Cell Carcinoma, John McCain, Ewan McGregor, Health Organizations
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