Health
Tempted to buy a UV light disinfection gadget? Some can be dangerous—here's what you need to know
The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed many of our behaviours and attitudes towards infection control.
Nov 14, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Climate data can help model the spread of COVID-19
COVID-19 transmission can be more accurately modeled by incorporating meteorological factors, with ultraviolet (UV) radiation as the main driver, according to a new study published this week in the open-access journal PLOS ...
Sep 7, 2022
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Health
Take the burn out of sunscreen testing: Experts
Exposing humans to ultraviolet radiation to test sunscreen effectiveness should be phased out, according to scientists and cancer experts.
Jul 14, 2022
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Oncology & Cancer
Melanoma map shows skin cancer is on the rise in Canada
Rates of melanoma, a deadly form of skin cancer, are on the rise in Canada. Those living in southern and coastal areas are most at risk, according to a new study led by McGill University.
Jun 20, 2022
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Health
Blue light: What we do and don't know about the damage it causes our skin
Take a wander down the skincare aisle of any health and beauty retailer and you'll be met with a bewildering array of creams and sprays, promising to protect you from various threats to your skin.
Jun 20, 2022
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Neuroscience
Risk for migraine increased in lightly pigmented adults
The risk for migraine is increased in lightly pigmented adults, according to a study published online May 10 in Brain Sciences.
Jun 7, 2022
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Genetics
IVF: How genetics may be affecting its success
It has been almost 44 years years since the first in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedure was successfully performed in 1978 in Lancashire, England. Since then, more than 8 million babies have been born worldwide to assisted ...
May 31, 2022
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Oncology & Cancer
Video: Men need to take melanoma seriously
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer. It develops in the cells that produce the pigment in your skin that gives it color. It most often occurs on skin that is exposed to the sun, but can develop in your eyes and, ...
May 26, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
New study proves correct dosage for ultraviolet disinfection against COVID
When the COVID-19 pandemic emerged in early 2020, ultraviolet radiation became one of the go-to methods for preventing the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, along with facemasks, hand sanitizer and social distancing.
May 4, 2022
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Oncology & Cancer
Study mines cancer genetics to help with targeted treatment
Scientists have analyzed the full genetic blueprints of more than 18,000 cancer samples, finding new patterns of mutations that could help doctors provide better, more personalized treatment.
Apr 23, 2022
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