Health
How safe and effective is your sunscreen?
(HealthDay)—It may be easier than ever to find sunscreen with all the right stuff, but be sure to read the label or you could still get burned.
Aug 11, 2017
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Ophthalmology
'Eye freckles' may predict sun-related problems
(HealthDay)—Dark spots that appear on the iris—the colored part of the eye—aren't cancerous, but these "eye freckles" could signify other issues related to excessive sun exposure, researchers say.
Jul 28, 2017
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Smart steps for sun protection
(HealthDay)—You know you're supposed to slather on a high-SPF sunscreen before going out in the sun, but these five steps will help you double up on that protection.
Jul 17, 2017
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Black light helps diagnose common skin problem found in pregnant women
Researchers at Boston Medical Center (BMC) and Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) have found that using a black light, or Wood's light, helps dermatologists determine disease extent of melasma, a hyperpigmentation ...
Jul 17, 2017
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Health
Surf's up! How to plan for a safe beach vacation
(HealthDay)—Heading to the beach this summer? Make safety part of your vacation planning.
Jun 24, 2017
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Pediatrics
A baby's skin no match for the sun
(HealthDay)—Want to help protect your children from skin cancer as they get older? Make sure they never get a serious sunburn in childhood.
Jun 23, 2017
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Psychology & Psychiatry
What the pupils tells us about language
The meaning of a word is enough to trigger a reaction in our pupil: when we read or hear a word with a meaning associated with luminosity ("sun," "shine," etc.), our pupils contract as they would if they were actually exposed ...
Jun 15, 2017
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Health
There's no such thing as a safe, healthy tan
Dear Mayo Clinic: My daughter wanted to go to a tanning bed before prom, but, instead, she opted for a spray tan. But a lot of her friends are going to a tanning bed and think it's relatively safe. Is there such a thing as ...
Jun 8, 2017
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10 new sun safety myths debunked
We all love talking about the weather. And it's easy for myths about sun protection to spread. Last year we tackled 12 common sun safety myths, but there are still plenty more alternative facts out there.
May 9, 2017
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