Oncology & Cancer
Researchers call for major re-think on sun safety
Most Australians are familiar with the 'slip, slop, slap' message, but new research suggests we're not taking sun safety seriously enough.
Sep 17, 2018
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Neuroscience
Living in a sunnier climate as a child and young adult may reduce risk of multiple sclerosis
People who live in areas where they are exposed to more of the sun's rays, specifically UV-B rays, may be less likely to develop multiple sclerosis (MS) later in life, according to a study published in the March 7, 2018, ...
Mar 7, 2018
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Health
Adding antioxidants to a sun protection plan
With winter finally in the rearview mirror, many people are making plans for fun outdoors. But don't stop at sunscreen and a hat for sun protection: a UC Health skin care specialist recommends adding another item to your ...
Apr 4, 2014
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Oncology & Cancer
Will the solarium ban prevent skin cancer?
With the ban on commercial solariums coming into force this year, Flinders University's Dr Ivanka Prichard is questioning whether the new law will actually reduce skin cancer rates or simply lead to more outdoor sun exposure.
Mar 11, 2014
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Experts urge caution on new pregnancy and vitamin D study
Australian experts are urging caution over a new study that suggests a link between insufficient vitamin D and pregnancy complications like gestational diabetes, pre-eclampsia, and lower birth weight in newborns.
Mar 27, 2013
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Dragging? Blame the 'time pollution' of springing forward
How did it feel getting out of bed this morning?
Mar 12, 2019
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Should I be getting my vitamin D levels checked?
Australia has seen a surge in vitamin D testing of children, with similar trends reported for adults around the world. GPs are now being urged not to test for vitamin D unnecessarily.
Oct 2, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
Military service can bring melanoma danger
U.S. military veterans, especially those who served in the Air Force, are at high risk for one of the deadliest skin cancers, melanoma.
Mar 12, 2024
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Oncology & Cancer
Study of young Israelis emphasizes need for avoidance of sun exposure for the very young
A new study conducted using extensive medical records of over one million Israeli adolescents before military service shows clearly how exposure to the Israeli sun of young, light-skinned children increases substantially ...
May 20, 2013
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Video: Tips for protecting babies from harmful UV rays
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., and it only takes one blistering sunburn during childhood or adolescence to nearly double a person's chance of developing melanoma later in life, according to the American ...
May 29, 2024
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