22 April 2014 New study finds sun avoidance may be a risk factor for mortality Researchers have found that avoiding sun exposure may increase the risk for all-cause mortality in women.Continue reading →
15 January 2014 UV exposure: Protects against risk of death from melanoma? In a recent ecological study, researchers have found a relationship between UV radiation and melanoma that suggests UV offers some level of protection against death from melanoma.Continue reading →
3 October 2013 A closer look: The relationship between UV, skin cancer, heart attack and risk of death As reported, a new study finds a skin cancer diagnosis correlates with decrease risk of death later in life. Tom Weishaar provides a detailed look.Continue reading →
23 September 2013 New study: Skin cancer protects against heart attack and death Does skin cancer protect against other diseases and death? New research published in the International Journal of Epidemiology says yes, maybe it does.Continue reading →
31 May 2013 How does vitamin D protect against skin cancer? Researchers recently reviewed the evidence examining how vitamin D may prevent skin cancer. Dr Cannell explains the mechanisms.Continue reading →
20 May 2013 A closer look at the skin cancer-Alzheimer’s link Researchers discover that non-melanoma skin cancer is highly correlated with a reduction in risk of Alzheimer’s. What does Dr Cannell think?Continue reading →
26 March 2013 Rare, aggressive skin cancer prognosis linked to vitamin D deficiency Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a highly aggressive skin cancer. Is vitamin D deficiency associated with MCC prognosis.Continue reading →
11 March 2013 New randomized controlled trial shows, omega-3s may protect against skin cancer The incidence of non-melanoma skin cancer is increasing, despite the increased use of sun screen and increased indoor lifestyles.Continue reading →
18 December 2012 Risk of skin cancer vs importance of vitamin D Two papers made recommendations on how to reduce skin cancer incidence rates. While reducing skin cancer incidence is a worthwhile health measure, overall health should not be compromised.Continue reading →
8 November 2012 Merkel cell carcinoma prognosis linked to vitamin D deficiency Research presented at the annual congress of the European Academy of Dermatology reports a link between vitamin D deficiency and Merkel cell carcinoma.Continue reading →
