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Earthquake, Tsunami, Radiation: Help Your Children Cope
In the past few weeks we have been watching the disastrous events in Japan and now war in Libya. Its difficult as adults not to be affected by these graphic images on television and the web. But, how do children cope with such news?
Are You Addicted to Your Faux Glow?
This may sound crazy, but it might be true: Are you addicted to tanning and could addiction treatments help prevent skin cancer? According to a new study, a significant percentage of those who use tanning beds meet standard criteria for addiction and report higher levels of anxiety and substance abuse. If this is really accurate, treatment for people who suffer addictions may contribute to a lower rate of skin cancer.
About Sunblock
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. According to the Women’s Dermatologic Society, more than 1 million new diagnoses are made each year. Sun exposure is the leading cause of skin cancer. Sun exposure also can cause powerful damage to skin–wrinkling, aging and spotting. Sunblock (also known as sunscreen) can protect your skin by absorbing or blocking harmful solar rays.
One of Skin Cancer’s Hidden Spots
Amid the warnings to keep your skin coated in sunscreen, wear appropriate clothing, and watch for questionable freckles, there are still cases of melanoma that would have been hard to prevent.
Hugh Jackman’s Skin Cancer: What You Should Know About Basal Cell Carcinoma
Earlier this week, Hugh Jackman revealed the scary news that he had been treated for skin cancer.The 45-year-old actor shared a photo of his bandaged face and explained that he had a basal cell carcinoma removed from his nose.Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common form of skin cancer, with approximately 2.8 million cases diagnosed in the United States every year, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). While highly …