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05th October 2009
If someone offered you food with arsenic you'd think they were mad, but you could be drinking arsenic in water frequently
Arsenic comes in two forms, one is present naturally in the earth, the other is a toxic compound present in many industrial and ch... Read >
Author: JoeCoburn01st October 2009
If you spend time in the sun it's wise to check your body occasionally for signs of skin cancer. This is the number one cancer affecting millions of people each year. A at home self check is easy to do and early detection is the best way to prevent this c... Read >
Author: jazdoil130th September 2009
Ladies, if you could equip your friends and family with an invisible “bulletproof vest” that would protect them from any unseen dangers, you would do it in a heartbeat. Having a secure way of ensuring your loved ones’ safety all day, every day, woul... Read >
Author: wbdoyle29th September 2009
Bird watching is a very relaxing activity. Many people go into bird watching not just to see and observe their favorite birds but also to get rid of stress. According to studies, birdwatchers show less signs of strains and stress compared to those people ... Read >
Author: wbdoyle28th September 2009
If your long term plan is to stay healthy and keep safe from various diseases, then a vegetarian diet is a great option. Vegetarian diet enables you to have the following advantages as compared to non-vegetarian diet: 1. Long-term weight loss: Vegetarian... Read >
Author: Greg Davis21st September 2009
A tanning bed is a cosmetic device that emits ultraviolet radiation such as UVA and also UVB to generate artificial tanning. Historically, medical devices that emit UVA were developed and adopted for modern indoor tanning. Since UVA (Ultraviolet A of the ... Read >
Author: wbdoyle15th September 2009
The alarming increase in skin cancer rates over the past 10 years has led to a proliferation of commercial sun protection products in the form of sunscreens and sun blocks designed primarily to protect you from overexposure to UVB rays --the ultraviolet b... Read >
Author: Donya Fahmy10th September 2009
There are a lot of diseases that dogs are prone to and one of them is the infamous itching problem known as dog dermatitis. Dermatitis is basically the general term used to describe transient or chronic itching in dogs that causes not only their coats to ... Read >
Author: K9 KlearUp03rd September 2009
Number one cause of all deaths in North America is heart related. One of main reasons is that cardiovascular system is not functioning well due to lack of exercise and poor diet. There are many ways to improve your heart health such as daily 20 min walks... Read >
03rd September 2009
Number one cause of all deaths in North America is heart related. One of main reasons is that cardiovascular system is not functioning well due to lack of exercise and poor diet. There are many ways to improve your heart health such as daily 20 min walks... Read >
02nd September 2009
Prostate cancer develops in the prostate gland in the male reproductive system. Once the cancer has taken hold, it could spread from the prostate to bones, lymph nodes or other parts of the body. Difficulty in urinating, erectile dysfunction and other pro... Read >
Author: Alex White02nd September 2009
Prostate cancer develops in the prostate gland in the male reproductive system. Once the cancer has taken hold, it could spread from the prostate to bones, lymph nodes or other parts of the body. Difficulty in urinating, erectile dysfunction and other pro... Read >
Author: Alex White11th August 2009
What is skin cancer?
Skin cancer occurs when skin cells are damaged, for example, by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. Between 95 and 99% of skin cancers in Australia are caused by exposure to the sun.
Types of skin cancer
Th... Read >
Author: Carolyn Edwards07th August 2009
You most certainly have heard of UV-A rays. You have probably learned about the dangers of UVA rays to your skin and your eyesight. UVA rays reach us from the sunshine every day. These rays are able to penetrate the layers of the skin – even if you are ... Read >
Author: chrisp29th July 2009
The spots develop randomly on the skin, especially after repeated exposure to sunlight and particularly in persons of fair complexion. Freckles vary in color they may be red, yellow, tan, light-brown, brown, or black -- but they are always darker than the... Read >
Author: Dr. Mital John09th July 2009
Considering the skin is our largest organ, it is critical to protect it from the harmful effects of UV rays year-round. Exposure to UVA and UVB rays results in damage to the skin’s underlying elastin and collagen fibers leading to sagging, fine lines a... Read >
Author: beautycosmedics07th July 2009
Dermatology is a branch of medicine that deals with skin and its diseases. It deals with both medical and surgical aspects. A dermatologist deals with cosmetic problems of the skin, scalp, hair and nails. This branch of medicine has several sub specialtie... Read >
Author: Mercy01st July 2009
Do you know the differences that separate UVA and UVB rays? It is important for your health and safety to know what dangers are presented by each of these ultraviolet radiation light forms.
There is an older song that talks about summer being the seaso... Read >
Author: Jason 17th June 2009
You may be one of the lucky ones and never get age spots. But, the majority of us, as we move through middle age will start noticing these little brown and black spots start to appear.
How to get rid of age spots is to use natural substances proven to ... Read >
Author: Kathryn M. Reid15th June 2009
Sun damage to your body does not happen only in the summer months. It might be hard to believe but the sun can burn your skin even on cool days when clouds are overhead. No matter what the season of the year everyone needs to realize that there is always ... Read >
Author: Jason 15th June 2009
It's unbelievable, but you can get rid of forehead lines without chemicals or Botox injections. Learn the safe and pain-free way to reclaim the skin you once had in your earlier years.
Disregard your age right now. Why? Because, your age isn't the main... Read >
Author: Marcia Kruger11th June 2009
Fortunately, if you do not enjoy a cup of green tea there are many health drinks available on the market today that add green tea extract as an ingredient that may be included to your diet very easily. There are also skin care products that contain green ... Read >
Author: John Adison11th June 2009
Just imagine if the best age spots treatment doesn't hurt. No acids, freezing, lasers or skin sanding but a proven effective skin care cream.
People in the Western world consider a tan beautiful and sexy. However, if you're thinking those are reasons t... Read >
Author: Marcia Kruger09th June 2009
Melanoma cancer is a type of skin cancer that affects about 5% of people diagnosed with skin cancer. Melanoma is responsible for over 75% of all skin cancer related deaths every year. Melanoma can be prevented by lowering exposure to risk factors such as ... Read >
Author: Mercy06th June 2009
There are many different types of dermatologists that specialise in the different fields of dermatology including, but are not limited to:
• Cosmetic dermatology: is a sub field of dermatology that encompasses certain cosmetic surgeries. Many cosmeti... Read >
Author: Jenny Graham 05th June 2009
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the UK, with over 100,000 cases diagnosed annually. Melanoma is the least common but most serious type of skin cancer, with 8,000 new cases and 1,800 deaths each year in the UK. Malignant melanoma is now the most c... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer18th May 2009
If your physician has detected that you are enduring from skin cancer, then you have to advantage its remedy instantly. For the treatment of your skin cancer, your physician would advise you various treatments as likely options. It is also potential that ... Read >
Author: JessicaThomson18th May 2009
If your physician has detected that you are bearing from skin cancer, then you have to advantage its therapy at once. Even the physician would advise you numerous options for the treatment of your skin cancer. It is also probable that because of our traum... Read >
Author: JessicaThomson18th May 2009
If your physician has diagnosed that you are suffering from skin cancer, then you have to advantage its remedy instantly. Even the physician would advise you diverse options for the therapy of your skin cancer. Due to the traumatic mental state during the... Read >
Author: JessicaThomson18th May 2009
After being diagnosed with skin cancer, you need to benefit the medication directly to avoid the adverse conditions. Even the physician would propose you many options for the cure of your skin cancer. Due to the shocking mental state during these stages, ... Read >
Author: JessicaThomson18th May 2009
If your physician has detected that you are enduring from skin cancer, then you have to avail its cure instantly. For the remedy of your skin cancer, your physician would propose you diverse treatments as possible options. It is also possible that because... Read >
Author: JessicaThomson18th May 2009
After being diagnosed with skin cancer, you need to gain the remedy directly to prevent the adverse conditions. Even the physician would propose you various options for the cure of your skin cancer. It is also potential that because of our distressing men... Read >
Author: JessicaThomson18th May 2009
If your physician has detected that you are enduring from skin cancer, then you have to benefit its cure at once. For the therapy of your skin cancer, your physician would propose you diverse treatments as likely options. Due to the distressing mental sta... Read >
Author: JessicaThomson18th May 2009
After being diagnosed with skin cancer, you need to avail the cure instantly to avoid the adverse conditions. For the medication of your skin cancer, your physician would suggest you numerous treatments as a possible options. It is also likely that becaus... Read >
Author: JessicaThomson18th May 2009
What Is UV Light?
UV or Ultra Violet light is an invisible part of the spectrum of light that surrounds us. Due to the increased incidence in skin cancers, we know about the damaging affect of UV on our skin, but do we think about the fact that UV can al... Read >
Author: Anna J. Robson15th May 2009
Standards of beauty vary greatly, depending on your culture and where in the world you live.
The reality, however, is that some standards are healthier than others from an objective standpoint.
In Asia and large segments of the world, a pale, creamy... Read >
Author: Marcia Kruger07th May 2009
Are you as confused as the next person about how much sun is too much and which sunscreen is necessary?
Have you ever stood in the store feeling so overwhelmed by all the choices you have, or by the price or SPF (Sun Protection Factor) number on the bo... Read >
Author: Rowena List06th May 2009
You are in search of ways that help you to protect your skin from the several skin problems then stop your search at UV protection clothing. It will help you not only in situation of having skin problems even if you have a tattoo on your body but you want... Read >
Author: abhaymathur05th May 2009
You are in search of ways that help you to protect your skin from the several skin problems then stop your search at UV protection clothing. It will help you not only in situation of having skin problems even if you have a tattoo on your body but you want... Read >
Author: abhaymathur21st April 2009
Spices Save Your Skin
Skin cancers are the commonest cancers globally and by far the majority of these ubiquitous tumours are caused by excessive exposure to the sun.
The sun's ultraviolet rays (UVR) are those responsible for inducing several pre-ma... Read >
Author: Keith Scott MD15th April 2009
What if I told you that you can get brown age spots no matter how old you are, especially if you are a woman of child-bearing age? That's just one of the many things that women have to deal with. But, it is actually one of the easiest to combat.
They ... Read >
Author: Laurel Levine17th March 2009
There was a time when the treatments available in Spas were purely for relaxation and indulgence. No longer is this the case, with more and more offering Specialised Clinics within their Salons. Some even having Qualified Doctors on board offering treatme... Read >
Author: Karen Wilson10th March 2009
Up until now, some of us are still searching day and night for the biggest acne removal secret not yet revealed to the world.
Some of the costly products available work out miracles and for a while, the users enjoy sparkling skin beauty only to learn t... Read >
Author: paulina0810th March 2009
Skin cancer of the legs, ankles, and feet are some of the most overlooked cancers.
They are found in locations where most people consider skin cancers unlikely. Over 90% of skin cancers appear on sun-exposed skin, usually found on the face, neck, ears,... Read >
Author: Dr. Ronald D. Worley02nd March 2009
Our skin ages in two ways: the accumulated physical changes normally associated with the passage of time (chronological aging) and through the accumulated damage cause by exposure to environmental pollutants and UV radiation (accelerated aging).
To pro... Read >
Author: CarolynSue27th February 2009
Curcumin is a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory that has the potential to provide far-reaching health benefits. It has been shown to be helpful in rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, pancreatitis, Alzheimer’s disease, heart disease... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer20th February 2009
Most people have a number of moles- the average is seven. Skin cancer can arise from these moles or start in normal skin. The number of people who develop skin cancer each year is increasing- possibly because of increased sun exposure as we holiday abro... Read >
Author: Adrian Richards16th February 2009
Skin cancer of the legs, ankles, and feet are some of the most overlooked cancers.
They are found in locations where most people consider skin cancers unlikely. Over 90% of skin cancers appear on sun-exposed skin, usually found on the face, neck, ears,... Read >
13th February 2009
The cause of skin cancer and melanomas does not lie entirely with the sun. If it did our ancestors would not have survived and we wouldn’t be here. It was almost unheard of 100 years ago; it’s been slowly increasing over the last 40 to 50 years. ... Read >
Author: alan-nz11th February 2009
Shade sails have a long and illustrious history. They were first used in the hot deserts of Ancient Egypt to keep the pharaoh cool. The ancient Greeks and Romans used them, going so far as to put large canvas sails in the famous Colosseum in Rome to shade... Read >
Author: Robert Bell10th February 2009
Although it’s good to soak up some rays and fill yourself up with Vitamin D, over exposure to the sun can be much more harmful than you think….
Changes in Skin Texture
Exposure to the sun’s Ultra-Violet rays causes both thickening and or thinnin... Read >
Author: Susan Hutson01st February 2009
When one is first diagnosed with cancer one is shocked, frightened and confused and will believe any of the facts your health professional tells you. They are very likely to say that you need urgent treatment and without it you may die, and because of t... Read >
Author: alan-nz01st February 2009
A recent study has revealed the fact that people who have skin cancer are at high risk of developing an oral cancer, especially in individuals who are smokers. This link between skin cancer and oral cancer is based on a clinical study.
In this study t... Read >
Author: abrogers22nd January 2009
If you have been told that you have skin cancer you might be uncertain about the treatment you will receive as, even if you have already had your treatment options explained to you in detail by your doctor, you might still be confused by all the medical j... Read >
Author: Donald Saunders07th January 2009
The skin has a defense mechanism against sun-damage, in the form of melanin. The production of melanin is accelerated on sun-exposure. However, we have seen that this defense is not enough. That is why protection of the skin, with ingredients that block... Read >
Author: yangguang0216th December 2008
The Best Sunscreens to Prevent Damage to the SkinSome of the best anti-wrinkle creams are preventative in nature; if you are still relatively young, one of the best things you can do to ensure that you have beautiful skin as you age is to use one of the b... Read >
Author: Jan Edwards08th September 2008
Local deletion may also be worn in early stages, to subtract the bane cells. Years of unprotected sun exposure can produce some skin cancers. Dangerous UVA and UVB emission from the sun and repeated exposure to these rays can effectuate skin evil.
Inf... Read >
Author: Jon Simms05th September 2008
70,000 Australians can�t be wrong! Yet that is the number of patients over many years of studies Dr. Bill E. Cham. Ph.D. claims have been cured of skin cancer using the breakthrough treatment documented in his book, �The Eggplant Cancer Cure� (www.e... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer26th July 2008
Sunblock is used by many people to help prevent sun burn and skin cancer. However, if you do not have the correct sunblock or use your sunblock incorrectly you will not prevent sun burn or skin cancer. Using these helpful tips, you can avoid sunburn and p... Read >
Author: ssarkarnetip23rd July 2008
Before I tell my story of how I believe a very simple, extremely cost effective, and totally natural treatment got rid of a basal cell carcinoma skin cancer, I want to clarify that I am not a medical professional, but rather simply a "lay person" who expe... Read >
Author: Danna Schneider22nd July 2008
Some alarming news from the medical arena was recently rehashed in the news, and it gives just another reason to self tan with sunless tanning products instead of bathing in the sun and/or indoor tanning to get that natural earthy glow that everyone crave... Read >
Author: Danna Schneider01st July 2008
Freckles are among the many signs of photo aging. Photo aging occurs when excessive sun exposure speeds the skin's natural aging process. Sunlight also causes freckles already present to become darker. Dark skin that appears during pregnancy or while on b... Read >
Author: peterhutch30th June 2008
Can skin cancer be avoided? While scientists still have miles to go before they can determine whether or not skin cancers can be completely deterred, at least one type is associated with definite risk factors.
The three main types of skin cancer are: b... Read >
Author: John Grimes19th June 2008
Sunburn is a burn to living tissue such as skin produced by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, commonly from the sun's rays. Exposure of the skin to lesser amounts of UV will often produce a suntan. Usual mild symptoms in humans and animals are r... Read >
Author: peterhutch11th June 2008
The most common form of cancer to strike people than any other form is skin cancer. All skin types can develop skin cancer but is it more common in fair-skinned people. The main cause of skin cancer is from ultraviolet radiation from spending too much tim... Read >
Author: Steven Godlewski10th June 2008
Freckles are flat, circular spots that typically range in the size of the head of a nail. The spots develop randomly on the skin, especially after repeated exposure to sunlight and particularly in persons of fair complexion. Freckles vary in color -- they... Read >
Author: peterhutch27th May 2008
The skin is susceptible to many diseases, discolorations, and growths. It may also be damaged by excessive exposure to the sun and the effects of aging. In most cases, skin problems requiring dermatologic surgery can be addressed in the dermatologist's of... Read >
Author: Sander Bel20th May 2008
If one is in search for dogs that are easy to own, boxer dogs will definitely be included in the list. Boxer is one among a number of short-haired breeds that shed a little. With boxer dogs, you will seldom experience the fuss bathing a dog brings since t... Read >
Author: Richard Cussons15th May 2008
Australia leads the world in the number of skin cancers per head of population. Many fair-skinned people live in the tropical and sub-tropical areas where it is obvious that the original inhabitants of the country have dark, heavily pigmented skin to prot... Read >
Author: skinxpert15th May 2008
Basal cell carcinoma is a type of skin cancer. It can be destructive and disfiguring. Basal cell carcinoma is the most common cutaneous malignancy in humans. These tumors typically look on sun-exposed skin, are slow growing, and rarely metastasize. Basal ... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen12th May 2008
Ever wonder why there are signs that say NO SUNSCREENS ALLOWED at specific beaches where you can swim with dolphins?
What's the big deal about sunscreens, anyway? Well, for a start, the numerous chemicals in sunscreens, even diluted in ocean water, are... Read >
Author: Linda Chaé08th May 2008
Chapped lips give new meaning to the expression "crack a smile." When your lips are sore, red, and peeling, even a little grin can crack them wide open. No wonder you feel—and look—like Oscar the Grouch. So put those lips back in the pink with these t... Read >
Author: peterhutch01st May 2008
Introduction :
Skin cancer is the most common form of human cancer. It is estimated that over 1 million new cases occur annually. The annual rates of all forms of skin cancer are increasing each year, representing a growing public concern. It has also ... Read >
Author: peterhutch01st May 2008
Skin cancer treatment is given to a patient to destroy and remove a cancer and leave as small and unnoticeable scar as possible. The size and location of the skin cancer, patients medical history, patients health, patient’s age and the risk of scarring... Read >
Author: Nigel M28th April 2008
The Boxer dog is actually a descendant of two breeds, the English Bulldog and the now extinct Bullenbeisser. Having these two breeds as ancestors, the crossing resulted to an intelligent and strong Boxer dog that works best as guard dog, service dog, guid... Read >
Author: Richard Cussons21st April 2008
Skin cancer is generally separated into two main categories, melanoma and nonmelanoma. Melanoma is the most severe form of skin cancer. The nonmelanoma group encompasses all other skin cancers. The two most common forms of nonmelanoma skin cancer, squamou... Read >
Author: Bill Gatton02nd April 2008
How can something that makes you look and feel so healthy...be so bad for you? There is no such thing as a "safe tan"
Facts taken from the Skin Cancer foundation:
* Skin Cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States.
* M... Read >
Author: Dori Schwaiger26th March 2008
Non-melanoma skin cancer, which includes squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and basal cell carcinoma (BCC), is the most common type of cancer in the United States and results in substantial morbidity and treatment costs. It is estimated that 1.2 million new ca... Read >
Author: Kevin Flatt25th March 2008
A New York Times article raised concerns that John McCain could suffer a recurrence of the skin cancer that he suffered eight years ago. The report follows close on the hells of the story alleging an affair between the senior senator and lobbyist Vicki Is... Read >
Author: Emma14th March 2008
Sunburn results from too much sun or sun-equivalent exposure. Most sunburns cause mild pain and redness but affect only the outer layer of skin ( first-degree burns ). Ultraviolet rays can also cause invisible damage to the skin. Excessive and/or multip... Read >
Author: Peter sams10th March 2008
The skin is susceptible to many diseases, discolorations, and growths. It may also be damaged by excessive exposure to the sun and the effects of aging. In most cases, skin problems requiring dermatologic surgery can be addressed in the dermatologist's of... Read >
Author: Rachel Broune28th February 2008
Liver spots are flat brown-black spots that usually occur in sun-exposed areas of the body. Liver spots also known as age spots. Age spots are very common in adults older than age 40, they can affect younger people as well. Although frequently associated ... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen23rd February 2008
Healthy Habit No. 7: Take Up a Hobby
Look up the word "hobby" in the Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary, and you will find the definition as "a pursuit outside one's regular occupation engaged in especially for relaxation."
Since they are relaxin... Read >
Author: Alvaro22nd February 2008
Cancer that forms in tissues of the skin. There are several types of skin cancer. Skin cancer that forms in melanocytes (skin cells that make pigment) is called melanoma. Skin cancer that forms in basal cells (small, round cells in the base of the outer... Read >
Author: Peter sams21st February 2008
Skin cancer — the abnormal growth of skin cells — most often develops on skin exposed to the sun. But this common form of cancer can also occur on areas of the skin not ordinarily exposed to sunlight.
Cancer that forms in tissues of the skin. There... Read >
Author: Peter sams20th February 2008
Recognizing a smoker's face
We are all familiar with what some doctors call "smoker's face": fine lines around the mouth from puckering lips; lines near the eyes from squinting through smoke; a gray-tinged complexion caused by nicotine-slowed blood cir... Read >
Author: Alien10th November 2007
Whether you're packing for a tropical vacation or preparing for the summer sizzle, it's important to remember some simple steps to staying safe in the sun.The enchantment with having a "good tan" and looking "healthy" has led many people, including teenag... Read >
Author: Alien06th November 2007
Skin is very important as it covers and protects everything inside your body. Solar radiation, and ultraviolet (UV) light in partictilar, is increasing worldwide with the thinning of the protective ozone layer. UV radiation is the most important environme... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen22nd October 2007
Some cases result from scarring of the eyelid caused by chemical and thermal burns, trauma, skin cancers, or previous eyelid surgery. Prior to surgery, the eye can be protected by taping the lower lid down and using lubricating drops and ointment. In some... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen12th October 2007
Many people generally think that sunglasses are only meant to cope up with the stylish fashion accessory in the summer. In fact, sunglasses are extremely important to keep your eyes healthy; as they would safe guard your eyes from bright light and save fr... Read >
Author: rejina kelis09th August 2007
What are the skin cancer warning signs and what can be done to help prevent skin cancer?
In recent years, a lot of attention has been focused on the prevention of skin cancer. Of course, skin cancer is not a new disease but as scientists have learned m... Read >
Author: John Grimes09th August 2007
Although there are several types of skin cancer, the most common are melanoma, basal call carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma.
Although melanoma is not found as often as other skin cancers, it is one of the most well known because it causes the most... Read >
Author: John Grimes01st August 2007
A serious health problem takes all happiness out of one's life. Not only you lose much of your mental peace, but also you pass through some financial hard-up, as the cost of treatment is capable of making big hole in your pocket. The health survey in UK s... Read >
Author: Darlene Kaitlin24th July 2007
Diagnosis of Basal Cell Cancer
A Doctor can often diagnose basal cell carcinoma on sight. However, formal diagnosis is essential, especially given the possibility of morpheaform BCC. A skin biopsy is almost always done to confirm diagnosis. A biopsy al... Read >
Author: CD Mohatta24th July 2007
Basal Cell Cancer is one the most frequently diagnosed skin cancers. It affects the basal cells, which are located in the bottom layer of the epidermis. Malignant cells proliferate excessively from the epidermis resulting in a tumor. The incidence of basa... Read >
Author: CD Mohatta24th July 2007
Skin cancers are broadly divided into two types- Melanoma and non-melanoma. Melanoma is the most deadly of skin cancers. The three major skin cancers that are diagnosed in almost all the cases are- Basal Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Melano... Read >
Author: CD Mohatta11th July 2007
Some people tan while some people never tan, but get burnt when they are out in the sun. It depends upon the amount of melanin in the skin. More the melanin, darker the skin. Those who don't have the defense of melanin, suffer burning of skin when exposed... Read >
Author: CD Mohatta11th July 2007
Skin ages a lot because of external factors. In this article we will find out about the external factors and how we can prevent them aging our skin.
Sun:
The sunrays consist of many light spectrums. Ultra violet rays damage the skin most. Both UVA ... Read >
Author: CD Mohatta05th July 2007
In today’s youth-obsessed culture, anti-aging products are increasingly popular. But the best prevention and treatment of aged skin? Knowing the facts.
The Aging Process
Skin begins to lose its luster with the loss of collagen, the material that ... Read >
Author: Paul Vu05th July 2007
Dermatoscopy (also known by some as dermoscopy or epiluminescence microscopy) is the word which describes the study and examination of the skin using a dermatoscope.
Dermoscopes, or dermatoscopes, are useful tools used by skin doctor to help with exam... Read >
Author: Catherine halls01st July 2007
Anti Aging Skin Care -Why Does Skin Age?
Like all our body organs, genes program the aging of skin. This is called internal aging. This aging of skin is because of the aging of the body. In case of skin, external factors age skin more than the ... Read >
Author: CD Mohatta01st July 2007
In the first part of this article we found out about changes in the three layers of the skin. We found out how the epidermis, the dermis and the fat layer also called as the subcutaneous layer changes because of natural aging and because of external facto... Read >
Author: CD Mohatta29th June 2007
Microdermabrasion uses very tiny particles that are thrown across the skin to remove dead and superficial skin cells. This process is practically painless and lasts for about half an hour. This procedure is used mainly to treat superficial aberrations of ... Read >
Author: CD Mohatta11th June 2007
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is common form of skin cancer. Skin cancer is a type of tumor that affects the middle layer of the skin. Squamous cells are cells that compose most of the epidermis. An abnormal growth of these cells is known as a squamous ... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen25th May 2007
Researchers are now finding that grape seed extract is an antioxidant cocktail that is many times stronger than its popular counterparts.
Grape seed extract contains powerful antioxidants called proanthocyanidins. The antioxidant power of proanthocyan... Read >
Author: mazdamx24th May 2007
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States.Skin cancer the abnormal growth of skin cells most often develops on skin exposed to the sun. The two most common types are basal cell cancer and squamous cell cancer. Skin cancer is a ma... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen17th May 2007
Aging skin care is a topic of interest to a lot of people today. With the Baby Boom generation heading into retirement, and people living longer than ever, there are more aging and elderly people alive today than there has ever been before. One of the m... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu26th April 2007
Whoever said ‘beauty is skin deep’ was right in so many ways! True beauty is, indeed, all about your skin. So if you haven’t given a fair share of attention to your skin, it is better you start soon. Ignore your skin now, and you pay for it later. P... Read >
Author: Wain Roy09th April 2007
Chemical Peel, and Laser Resurfacing Reduce Number of New Cancers
From the desk of Dr. Magne, author of Cancer Free For Life
Acid skin peel, and laser resurfacing, all remove precancerous skin growths and slow skin cancer -- but patients prefer the... Read >
Author: Dr Laurence Magne27th March 2007
Natural remedies sometimes get a bad rap from doctors and other health professionals. Certainly some of them are over-hyped and without much value. But then there is a lot of hype about traditional and accepted remedies and medicines, and many are eventua... Read >
Author: Steve Gillman15th March 2007
Melanoma. The word does not sound like a skin cancer, but yet is the most common among blue eyed blonde individuals. This cancer can leave people looking like they have been attacked. Some have areas of skin gone and they look textured, this all from a... Read >
Author: Michele Rogers03rd January 2007
A lot of people these days are interested in aging skin care. This is because there are more aging and elderly people alive today than there has ever been before. The Baby Boom generation is now heading into retirement, and people are now living longer th... Read >
Author: Morgan Hamilton07th November 2006
You see a 'beautiful' tan and your immediate thought might be that it is healthy looking, however that tanned look is actually your skin's response to the damaging effects of ultraviolet radiation. Ultraviolet rays from the sun penetrate into the upper l... Read >
Author: L Tritten02nd October 2006
The road taken was due to my wife's repeated operations for skin cancers that made me look outside to alternatives therapies. Vicki had radium treatment in her teens and has been having bits cut out of her for the last few decades. The last round about 6 ... Read >
Author: Martin Cooney14th September 2006
by Lori Valesko
We all know the sun can damage our skin causing premature aging and even cancer but most of us don't know how or why.
It can be hard to know what to look for when you need to protect your skin as it's easy to get confused about which... Read >
Author: Lori Valesko19th August 2006
Copyright 2006 David Maillie
With all the latest research and developments into skin care it has recently been found that Green tea actually has more to offer than originally thought. Green tea could be the newest anti cancer wonder treatment. In res... Read >
Author: David Maillie23rd June 2006
It is well known that men are much less likely than women to seek basic
or routine preventative medical care. However, there are certain
common men's health problems that are treatable if caught early enough, but
can be permanently debilitating or ... Read >
Author: Simmi Virdi22nd June 2006
Be healthy; protect your skin
No one can deny that having a healthy, fair skin is critical to a living a perfectly wonderful life. It frees you from the wrath of symptoms caused by skin diseases.
Skin is perhaps one of the most important parts of y... Read >
Author: Ken Cheong04th June 2006
As with all our body organs, skin ages as programmed by genes. This is called internal ageing. Dry skin, age spots, white hair, hair loss, thin nails and other skin changes come purely due to age. Skin also ages by external factors. Sun is the main extern... Read >
Author: CD Mohatta25th April 2006
What Is Milk Thistle?
Healers have used the prickly Milk Thistle plant to treat liver ailments for more than 2,000 years. Somehow these early practitioners figured out that preparations of this purple-flowered member of the sunflower family could stim... Read >
Author: Home herb08th April 2006
SUN CARE
Sunshine, although essential for health and well being, is certainly a hazard for the skin. For many people it feels good to spend time outdoors and this makes it difficult to avoid excessive exposure to the
sun. Most of the sun exposure w... Read >
Author: nutrovitasub nutrovitasub07th April 2006
Growing up, I'm sure we've all heard our mothers say "Go get some sun, you need your vitamin D." These days however, the risks of dry skin from sun damage are a very real concern. Ironically, skin care studies show that Vitamin D produced in the body with... Read >
Author: No Last Name01st April 2006
Ladies, if you could equip your friends and family with an invisible "bulletproof vest" that would protect them from any unseen dangers, you would do it in a heartbeat. Having a secure way of ensuring your loved ones' safety all day, every day, would defi... Read >
Author: Danielle White28th March 2006
Doe's you know, that 80 percent of cancers
can be prevented if people were to adhere to
three simple rules:
1. Stay out of the sun 2. Eat healthy food
including lots of fruit and vegetables 3.
Stop smoking
Skin cancer
White Australians an... Read >
Author: Fritz Frei20th March 2006
A step closer has been made by researchers in the Capital to developing breakthrough cancer medications with fewer side effects than present treatments. The new invention was created by chemists at Edinburgh University. It is said to be a way of combating... Read >
Author: Paul Douglas03rd March 2006
There are over one million new cases of skin cancer diagnosed every year in the United States, representing about half of all cancers diagnosed in the country. And skin cancer on a dramatic increase. There are twice as many skin cancers in our population ... Read >
Author: John Woolf16th February 2006
What Is Milk Thistle Extracts?
Healers have used the prickly Milk Thistle Extracts plant to treat liver ailments for more than 2,000 years. Somehow these early practitioners figured out that preparations of this purple-flowered member of the sunflower... Read >
Author: Home herb20th September 2005
Tanning beds were brought to North America by German scientist Friedrich Wolff in 1978 and rose to popularity in the mid-1980s. Since then, tanning beds have been a common way to tan without having to spend hours and hours in the sun's unpredictable radia... Read >
Author: Ken Marlborough
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