Low-Fat Diet May Reduce Second Skin Cancer Risk Oct 27, 2009
The researchers found no significant association between the amount of fat consumed daily and the overall risk of basal cell or squamous cell cancers, after allowing for a variety of factors potentially linked with cancer, including where a person lived and their level of sun exposure. However, in the subjects with a prior history of skin cancer, higher total fat intake was associated with about a twofold increased risk of squamous cell cancer of the skin. (Newsmax)
New Day Spa Offers Relaxing, Healing Facials and More Oct 26, 2009
For those hoping to undo years of sun exposure or combat the signs of aging, Ms. Buck offers a wide range of specialized treatments that target a number of problem areas, such as under eye circles, fine lines and wrinkles, and brown spots from age and sun. The overall result: clearer, brighter and healthier skin. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Latest analysis confirms suboptimal vitamin D levels in millions of US children Oct 26, 2009
Although sun exposure generates healthy doses of vitamin D, it can also cause skin cancer. Dermatologists and the AAP recommend wearing sunblock, but this actually blocks our skin's ability to make vitamin D. Furthermore, children with more highly pigmented skin require much more sun exposure than fair-skinned children to obtain healthy levels of vitamin D. Vitamin D can also be obtained from certain foods, like liver and fatty fish, but almost all children in the U.S. don't consume these foods... (EurekAlert!)
Letters for Sunday, October 25, 2009 (723) Oct 26, 2009
mdmann wrote on Oct 25, 2009 10:49 AM:" Mrs. Moke, you'd have a bigger impact on the health of your fellow man by telling them not to smoke. Is it possible that there are OTHER factors besides the use of pesticides for lawn care that explain the increased occurrence of cancers and blood and bone diseases? Those pesticides are supposed to be SPOT TREATMENTS. Anyone that is covering their lawn with these chemicals is not using them properly. Is it possible that the increase in multiple myelomas is... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Many people don’t get enough Vitamin D Oct 26, 2009
People with darker skin are at extra risk because highly pigmented skin requires more sun exposure to obtain a healthy level. The vitamin has so many benefits - including lowering the risk of osteoporosis, heart attacks, and colon cancer - that I am encouraging everyone to increase their vitamin D intake, especially children, says Dr. Michael F. Holick, a professor of medicine, physiology, and biophysics at Boston University. (Boston Globe)
Twins reveal how to look younger Oct 23, 2009
In one case, a 69-year-old who had used hormone replacement for four years longer than her twin looked three-and-a-third years younger, despite having had more lifetime sun exposure ... If anyone dismisses the idea that sun exposure speeds up aging, this study may change their minds. (MSNBC -- Health)
Medicine slideshow: New digital camera reveals skin damage early Oct 17, 2009
It can take years for skin damage caused by sun exposure to reveal itself wrinkles around the eyes, moles and freckles, age spots, and dry, leathery skin. But the newest technology used by Medical Center of McKinney Dermatologist James Ralston, MD, can identify sun damage even before its visible on the face. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Skin Cells May Provide Early Warning For Cancer Risk Elsewhere In Body Oct 17, 2009
5, 2007) Chronic sun exposure increases the risk of an individual developing skin cancer, because UV light from the sun can cause genetic mutations that enable skin cells to grow in an uncontrolled manner. (Oct. (Science Daily)
Treatment for Seasonal Affective Di... Oct 10, 2009
The brain chemical serotonin along with the hormone melatonin becomes low due to less sun exposure. For this reason, doctors prescribe light therapy for patients diagnosed with SAD. Light therapy consists of purchasing a light therapy box and having the patient sit next to it for a prescribed amount of time each day. (Suite101.com)
Solar Village Blooming on National Mall Oct 9, 2009
The team from Penn State, meanwhile, is using specially designed solar collectors that use cylindrical, thin-film cells designed to maximize sun exposure. At the same time, there is clear movement among some schools to show how green building technology can be accessible. (CBS News)
Ill effects of the sun not overemphasized Oct 4, 2009
How much sun exposure is safe ... But dietary supplementation has been shown to be efficacious and safe and, in spite of faithful use of sunscreens (which isn't always the case) most of us get at least 10-15 minutes of sun exposure on our face and hands daily, a degree of exposure that alone is enough in most cases to reach effective levels of vitamin D. ... We know of no one who is seriously promoting no sun exposure; rather, we are encouraging lifestyles that minimize exposure. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Vitamin D May Improve Melanoma Survival Sep 30, 2009
Many Americans, however, don't get enough of it, perhaps because they limit sun exposure and drink less milk than in the past ... It's not clear how food, sun exposure and supplements contributed to the higher levels of vitamin D in some people, although they did take more multivitamins and cod liver oil, she said ... The best way to prevent melanoma is by avoiding excessive sun exposure. (MEDLINEplus)
Alpha Hydroxy Acids Help Treat Skin... Sep 26, 2009
As alpha hydroxy acids may increase the sensitivity of the skin to sun rays resulting in sun burns and phototoxic reactions, avoidance of sun exposure, use of protective clothing and sunscreens are essential while using the AHAs as anti skin aging cosmetics. Alpha hydroxy acids, thus, are very useful in preventing and removing the skin blemishes caused by sun exposure and premature skin aging. (Suite101.com)
Jojoba Oil for Treatment of Rosacea Sep 26, 2009
Factors common in patients with rosacea range from sun exposure, numerous food triggers, stress, skin bacteria, microscopic mites (Demodex), use of saunas, alcohol, and side effects of medications. Cosmetic Treatments May Aggravate Rosacea. (Suite101.com)
Vitamin D Deficiency In Younger Women Is Associated With Increased Risk Of High Blood Pressure Sep 26, 2009
This assessment in the blood reflects vitamin D obtained from ultraviolet B rays through sun exposure, vitamin D from foods such as fatty fish or fortified milk products and dietary supplements. The researchers did not examine the impact of these different sources of vitamin D.. (Science Daily)
Tanning May Be Associated With Moles In Very Light-skinned Children Sep 23, 2009
"Differences in nevus counts between untanned and tanned children were statistically significant at all ages. The relationship between tanning and number of nevi was independent of the child's hair and eye color, parent-reported sun exposure and skin phototype." There was no correlation between tanning and nevi among darker-skinned white children. "In conclusion, UV tanning promotes nevus development in non-redhead children with the lightest skin pigmentation," the authors write. (Science Daily)
Doc objects to statin bashing Sep 22, 2009
One thing that I have not seen in the discussions of vitamin D relates to sun exposure. You have said people who get 10 to 15 minutes of sun exposure at one time can make enough vitamin D in their skin ... The exact amount of sun exposure needed varies according to the time of day, the season of the year, the latitude and the color of the individual's skin. (Athens Banner-Herald)
BISD shows some increase in flu reports (85) Sep 22, 2009
cedarchopper wrote on Sep 20, 2009 9:36 AM:" Does anyone not question all of this flu fear mongering and the mass vaccination campaigns...and from pharma manufacturers that have absolutely zero liability no matter what happens to everybody ? Do you know what is in these vaccines? Here are a few of the ingredients....mercury(thimersol...used as a preservative and a know neurotoxin), squalene (used as an adjuvant to make the vaccine go further and when injected trigger autoimmune responses), and... (Boerne Star, TX)
Heat wave rolling into Bay Area Sep 19, 2009
Residents who work outside should avoid sun exposure for long periods of time and drink plenty of water. Bay City News Service. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Dogs Get Skin Cancer Too Sep 19, 2009
Not all varieties of dog skin cancer are caused by sun exposure, but sun damage to the skin can be a causative factor. All dogs have certain areas, such as the nose and the pads of the feet, where there is no hair to shield sensitive skin from the sun. (CBS News)
How Safe are Tanning Beds? Sep 15, 2009
There are immediate consequences of both artificial and natural sun exposure. Initially the sun exposed skin may experience sunburn, dryness and discomfort. (Suite101.com)
Why do parents dress - and act - like their children? Sep 12, 2009
"But it was 8:30 a.m., not a peak time for sun exposure," I replied. "I blame the rappers," my husband chimed in. (Christian Science Monitor)
Shark attack beaches: Swim at your own risk Sep 12, 2009
On your average day at the beach, you have a much better chance of being killed by lightning, sun exposure, a falling coconut or a collapsing sand hole dug in the beach by an ambitious 10-year-old (not to mention the most common causes of death at the beach: old fashioned drowning or car crashes somewhere between your front door and the parking lot). It is undeniable that we are out of our element and all the more helpless in water. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Black Couple Have Five Kids, Three With White Skin Sep 5, 2009
People who suffer from the disorder must also take steps to avoid too much sun exposure, which involves wearing protective clothing, eyewear and applying sunscreen something that worries Fernandes. I'm afraid of skin cancer because I can't afford the protection they need, she said. (Fox News)
New Genetic Culprit In Deadly Skin Cancer Revealed Sep 2, 2009
A major cause of melanoma is thought to be sun exposure; the ultraviolet radiation in sunlight can damage DNA and lead to cancer-causing genetic changes within skin cells. In work published in the September issue of Nature Genetics, a team led by Yardena Samuels, Ph. (Science Daily)
Oasis of the future taking shape in a distant desert Aug 26, 2009
Bosse hopes to see sustainable cities in Australia, where the large desert areas and good sun exposure make Masdar's technology particularly appropriate. But the issue in Australian cities is the desire of every individual to live in a freestanding house, with high energy demands and long-distance travel to work,'' he says. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Low Vitamin D Inhibits Cholesterol Processing in Diabetics Aug 25, 2009
"There is debate about whether any amount of sun exposure is safe, so oral vitamin D supplements may work best," he says, "but perhaps if people were exposed to sunlight only for a few minutes at a time, that may be an option, too.". Editor's Notes. (Newsmax)
Column: Health Dept. urges sunscreen and bug spray use Aug 23, 2009
With the summer in full swing, it is a good time to revisit how to protect yourself and your family from summertime hazards such as: West Nile Virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) caused by bites from infected mosquitoes; Lyme Disease, which is spread by the bite of an infected deer tick, and dangers from too much sun exposure ... Limit sun exposure during peak hours (10 a.m.-4 p.m.) ... Don't forget, the sun's UV rays are present in the fall and winter too, so continue your safe... (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Fade Sun Spots Naturally Aug 21, 2009
But even if the sun damage is treated gently and with natural remedies it is very important to protect the skin from sun exposure. The copyright of the article Fade Sun Spots Naturally in is owned by. (Suite101.com)
Hot weather effects on the landscape Aug 21, 2009
Both the skin and foliage have become accustomed to sun exposure and are less likely to burn on that side. Reputable growers mark their plants or containers on the south side, so they can be planted in the same orientation. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Candle-lit dinners may be romantic, but can they harm your health? Aug 21, 2009
"Lifestyle factors such as smoking, alcohol, obesity, unhealthy diets, inactivity and heavy sun exposure account for a much larger proportion of cancers.". Dr Noemi Eiser, medical director at the British Lung Foundation, added: "We would like to reassure people that occasional use of paraffin candles should not pose any risk to their lung health.". (BBC News -- Health)
Protect your skin from sun 365 days a year Aug 20, 2009
And the most damaging sun exposure is from birth to age 18, said Paula Hess, RN, cancer screening nurse navigator at Bayhealth Medical Center in Dover, Del ... I don t think we realize how much sun exposure we get just walking from our cars to the shopping centers, Hess said ... As for men, many of them don t understand the effects of daily sun exposure, Hess said. (Reading Advocate, MA)
Key feature of immune system survived in humans, other primates for 60 million years Aug 19, 2009
Vitamin D is produced in large amounts as a result of sun exposure, and is available in much smaller amounts from dietary sources ... Vitamin D deficiency is an issue of growing concern among many scientists, due to changing lifestyle or cultural trends in which many people around the world get less sun exposure and often inadequate dietary levels of the vitamin. (EurekAlert!)
Antioxidants Pose No Melanoma Threat Aug 19, 2009
The causes of melanoma have to do with genetic predisposition; sun exposure, especially in early life; and other yet-to-be determined factors, Ashinoff said. "Melanoma can occur internally, as in the vagina and GI [gastrointestinal] tract, as well as in the eye, so sun exposure is certainly not the entire story," she said ... Earlier experiments had found that topical antioxidants such as green tea extracts, vitamin C and E and soy can prevent and reverse some of the sun's damage to the DNA and... (MEDLINEplus)
How to Fade Age Spots Aug 18, 2009
The first rule therefore is, to avoid extended sun exposure. It actually would be appropriate to call the brown spots, which mostly blemish the face and the back of the hands, sunspots. (Suite101.com)
Letters for Tuesday, August 18, 2009 Aug 18, 2009
Photovoltaic technology is a good one, but works well only if you live in a area with a lot of sun exposure. Not every Kaua i resident does. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Positive side to indoor tans Aug 16, 2009
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Remember: Safety first on the water Aug 15, 2009
Protecting your eyes by wearing sunglasses that offer 99 to 100 percent UV protection is also key to limiting sun exposure. Share your thoughts. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Bowl-a-thon aids skin cancer cause Aug 14, 2009
The venue partnered with SHADE this summer to offer free bowling every Friday from 10 a.m. to noon to everyone in the Massachusetts area, to provide summer fun without risk of sun exposure ... The SHADE Web site counsels avoiding sun exposure in the first place, and tanning booths ... If everyone knows what to look for when checking themselves, and the importance of avoiding sun exposure, We re bound to save somebody s life, She said. (Medfield Press, MA)
Dixie Sokolik: Dad was ahead of his time Aug 13, 2009
No one knew about skin damage from sun exposure; no studies had been done on the harmful effects of sleep deprivation; magazines weren t full of articles on the importance of healthful eating; there were no seatbelts in cars and few, if any, safety instructions on farm equipment or household items; there were no seminars on financial planning; women certainly weren t encouraged to pursue higher education and have their own careers. Yet my dad, born in 1899, was well ahead of his time in all of... (Winona Daily News, MN)
Tips for elders: Stay cool this summer Aug 13, 2009
Avoid extended periods of sun exposure. If you must be in the sun, wear a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses and bring an umbrella to create shade. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
DOCTOR IS IN: Long summer days bring sunshine and skin challenges Aug 11, 2009
So, look to vitamin D supplements as the preferred way of getting enough vitamin D not increased sun exposure. (Information provided by Emory on this site is intended solely for general educational purposes and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Sun, melanoma link not clear Aug 11, 2009
Humans need sun exposure to survive and thrive. Ignored in much of that reporting were the very important nuances that define humanity's very important relationship with UV light and sunshine. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
UT Southwestern researchers launch study into search-and-destroy antigen for deadly skin cancer Aug 11, 2009
Dr. Huth said the best way to avoid the disease is to prevent excessive sun exposure with sunblock, hats and clothing. About 1,300 men and women are being recruited nationally for this trial, sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline Biologicals. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
D.C. Opens Cooling Centers in Response to Heat Wave Aug 10, 2009
Stay on top of breaking news. Sign up for ABC 7 News e-mail alerts. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Warnings exaggerated about UV exposure Aug 7, 2009
Humans, like the rest of the planet, need sun exposure to survive and thrive. Ignored in much of that reporting were the very important facts that define humanity's very important relationship with UV light and sunshine. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Plans for new LCC building taking shape Aug 7, 2009
The grass will keep the building cooler by reducing sun exposure and it helps buffer rainwater, she said. LCC wants to talk to Bonneville Power Administration about other energy saving features, such as the possibility of adding electricity-generating solar cells to the roof, Peres said. (Longview Daily News, WA)
JA workshop explores skin cancer causes, prevention Aug 5, 2009
Most importantly, the two doctors stressed the hazards of extended sun exposure, even if a person is not worried about skin cancer. "Sunburn actually damages your skin," Hanson said. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Indoor glamour comes to the great outdoors Aug 4, 2009
These structures limit sun exposure without blocking light entirely, and they're great for hanging lights or potted plants. For patios that are simply a slab of concrete, Flynn suggests painting the concrete with bold color stripes or other designs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Click to read: Alarm Bells Over Vitamin D Levels in Kids Aug 4, 2009
Kumar told CBS News it's "hard to say," noting "We didn't have data on sunscreen in our study, but we know that sunscreen levels have gone up and vitamin D has gone down. I'm sure they're related. For parents, they need to know their kid's skin: If they get red after 10 minutes, don't forgo sunscreen. But if they can withstand sun without getting burned or damaging their skin too much, let them play a little bit without the sunscreen, then apply it. The body was meant to get vitamin D from the... (CBS News -- Early Show)
Program to helps homeowners with upgrades Aug 4, 2009
The audit determined the most cost-effective repairs that could be made were installing a new heat pump, adding insulation, sealing the ducts and putting shade screens on the windows that get the most sun exposure. The work cut the family's June utility bill from about $160 last year to $89 this year. (AZCentral -- Business)
Can Ageing of Skin be Avoided or Pr... Aug 2, 2009
Melanin alone may not be able to protect the skin during prolonged sun exposure. Suitable protective clothing and sun screening creams will help protect the skin in such situations. (Suite101.com)
Beauty prep and products for a sunny day Aug 2, 2009
Using a leave-in conditioner before swimming or sun exposure coats the cuticle and protects it. And, Vetica adds, color-treated hair might need extra protection, perhaps from a UVA-blocking treatment. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
TGen gets $1 million to study melanoma Aug 1, 2009
Harmful sun exposure is a known trigger for melanoma, but scientists also have identified two genetic mutations that they believe predispose some people to the disease. The TGen-led team will follow earlier research in an attempt to uncover additional high-risk genes by studying three regions of the human genome. (AZCentral -- Business)
Race/ethnicity, family income and education associated with sugar consumption Aug 1, 2009
The 2005 CCM consisted of questions about diet, physical activity, tobacco use, sun exposure, cancer screening, genetic testing and family history of cancer. A limited number of questions about diet were included to allow characterization of the diets of subgroups of the population in terms of cup equivalents of fruits and vegetables, teaspoons of added sugar, grams of fiber, dairy servings, and calcium intake. (EurekAlert!)
7 ways doctors stay healthy on vacation Aug 1, 2009
"Dr. Ewen Todd, professor, Dept. of Advertising, Public Relations, & Retailing, Michigan State University; former director, National Food Safety and Toxicology Center, Michigan State University 6. Sunburn (especially for kids)"Severe sunburns and excessive sun exposure increase the risk for skin cancer later in life. Liberally use sunblock with a sun protection factor (SPF) rating of 30 or higher and reapply every three or four hours. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Is your teen tanning? Aug 1, 2009
Any time your skin changes color due to sun exposure it is because it is damaged. That tan may look lovely, but it is covering skin damage. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Sun exposure may trigger certain autoimmune diseases in women Jul 31, 2009
Dermatomyositis is typically accompanied by a distinctive reddish-purple rash on the upper eyelids or over the knuckles and is often made worse with sun exposure. To conduct the study, the NIEHS researchers collaborated with myositis centers across the country that had seen 380 patients who had been diagnosed with dermatomyositis or polymyositis and determined their autoantibodies. (EurekAlert!)
Watch Out For Heat Stroke Jul 31, 2009
That makes the long days of summer perfect for getting one's allotment--only 15 minutes of sun exposure is necessary. But sun exposure can also lead to heat-related illnesses, including heat exhaustion and its more serious counterpart, heat stroke. (Suite101.com)
Don't burn after reading Jul 30, 2009
According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, children and babies are most susceptible, as are those who take certain medications, including antibiotics, which make your skin more sensitive to sun exposure ... Sunglasses protect both the eyes and tender skin around the eyes from sun exposure. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Radiant results from Thalgo Jul 30, 2009
No thanks to elements like sun exposure, pollution, stress, hormonal variations and other factors that cause ageing, your skin may end up being marked with pigmentation spots, and in time, lose its elasticity and radiance. Marine and natural skincare specialist Thalgo has a solution in the form of its Brightening Rejuvenating Skincare Programme, a skincare regimen designed to restore your skins natural luminosity and brightness. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
City No. 2 for tanning salons, despite new cancer warnings Jul 30, 2009
Mr. Humiston argued that indoor tanning is safer than sun exposure because it can be better controlled. "We can substantially if not completely reduce the risk of overexposure," he said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Beads Help Indicate When There's Too Much Sun Jul 24, 2009
Burke did mention that although the SOL Beads did seem to be an indicator of her sun exposure, her only frustration was that when she was swimming and being active the beads did slip off her wrist a few times. Her advice: Make sure to tie the bracelet on tight. (W-USA News, DC)
Keeping your cool despite the heat Jul 23, 2009
-- Extended periods of sun exposure. -- Walking long distances, lifting heavy objects, or other strenuous activities. (North County Times)
4 cool summer hikes Jul 21, 2009
While looping through the park, learn how to safely exercise in the morning heat, with lessons about hydration and sun exposure. Suitable for all fitness levels. (AZCentral -- Travel)
