melanoma News

In time for Melanoma Awareness Month, a smartphone app has been launched that allows people to track and identify potentially cancerous moles.

Mohammed Kashani-Sabet, M.D., Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation, published a study in the prestigious Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Study findings could lead to targeted therapies for melanoma and other cancers with this gene.

iPRI in Lyon, has concluded that UV radiation in Europe appears earlier in the year and farther north than originally believed. In spring, parts of Sweden, in Northern Europe, have as much UV radiation exposure as Sicily, in the Mediterranean.

CHI’s Oncology Clinical Trials conference will highlight three Zelboraf case studies by Genentech, F. Hoffmann-La Roche, and Roche Molecular Systems. This conference is part of the many program options available at the Tri-Conference.

Bill Will Generate Dedicated, Steady Funding for the Advancement of Melanoma Research

In time for Melanoma Awareness Month, a smartphone app has been launched that allows people to track and identify potentially cancerous moles.

Melanoma research by Mayo researchers show increase in skin cancer among women.

Mohammed Kashani-Sabet, M.D., Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation, published a study in the prestigious Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Study findings could lead to targeted therapies for melanoma and other cancers with this gene.

iPRI in Lyon, has concluded that UV radiation in Europe appears earlier in the year and farther north than originally believed. In spring, parts of Sweden, in Northern Europe, have as much UV radiation exposure as Sicily, in the Mediterranean.

MoleSafe USA, the world’s most advanced melanoma screening program, will unveil the DermLite cam, the newest, top-of-the-line dermoscopic camera at the AAD meeting.

Comedy night dinner show featuring Boston comedy legend Tony V, Brad Mastrangelo, and Artie Januario.

The investigation offers compelling data showing that the indoor tanning industry routinely denies harms and claims health benefits related to tanning bed use.

KDL Pathology | Knoxville Dermatopathology Lab recognized for commitment to quality receives re-accreditation by College of American Pathologists (CAP). KDL specializes in advanced testing for melanoma, blistering and other skin-related conditions.

More and more states are beginning to explore the possibility of tightening restrictions on tanning for minors.

Plush is an exclusive mobile tanning service that caters to celebrity clientele, busy moms on the go, glowing brides and top executives. Offering custom airbrush tanning in the privacy of your home, office, hotel room or on-set.

CHI’s Oncology Clinical Trials conference will highlight three Zelboraf case studies by Genentech, F. Hoffmann-La Roche, and Roche Molecular Systems. This conference is part of the many program options available at the Tri-Conference.

Jeffrey S. Weber, MD, PhD, of the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center leads a 1-day conference to provide clinicians with an update on the science of melanoma, pertinent clinical trial information, investigational agents, and their unusual adverse effects.

Public Invited For Free Photos, Consults & Product Giveaways At Prominent Santa Monica Skin Care Practice

Plastic Surgeon to Offer Complimentary Skin Cancer Screenings

-Clearer Labels Will Help Consumers Limit Exposure to Dangerous Ultraviolet Rays-

Vigilant Monthly Skin Checks Can Give Critical Advantage Over Cancer

Melanoma Monday combines education, entertainment and free skin screenings

Today marks a major advance in the fight against skin cancer, as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new immune-based therapy for the treatment of melanoma, the leading cause of death from skin cancer.

IMER, an oncology continuing education company, will offer a free live webcast on advanced melanoma. This unique event is part of the 6 symposia series IMER will offer during the ONS 36th Annual Congress in Boston

Dermatologists are finding that melanoma is slowly impacting a younger generation of people and there is evidence linking ultraviolet (UV) tanning to melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer.

More than two million Americans will be diagnosed with skin cancer this year. Since golfers spend a greater amount of time in the sun than the average person, they may have a higher risk of developing sun damage and skin cancer.

SunGrubbies.com to join Sun SafeTee to educate golfers on sun protection

Asking a Doctor the Right Questions Gives Patients Tools to Fight Deadly Melanoma

ASDS Selects Sun SafeTee® to Participate in New Program. Clearinghouse will match dermatologists with Sun SafeTee’s skin cancer screenings for golfers

The Top Skin Conditions Facing People of Color

-The Melanoma Research Foundation Combats Rising Rates of Melanoma-

Warm weather is the time to get out and enjoy all the great outdoor activities. But we often forget about protecting our skin when we are out in the sun.

Tan tax in health care legislation begins July 1

MarketResearch.com has added a new report, “Stakeholder Opinions: Melanoma Future treatment will be based on individual tumor gene expression signatures,” which focuses on current melanoma issues and developing treatment methods.

Golf's Top Instructor to work with San Diego, CA non profit to educate golf community on dangers of prolonged sun exposure

Sun care brand Calypso team up with Marie Curie Cancer Care and NatWest to keep fans Safe

Non profit to organization to address the 1,000 boys and girls expected to attend U.S. Open Junior Day on the importance of sun protection and skin cancer prevention

Immunotherapy made a giant leap forward with the release of clinical trial results of BMS's ipilimumab. Results indicate that ipilimumab significantly improved the survival of patients with late stage melanoma.

The Melanoma Research Foundation partners with Cosmopolitan magazine to fight soaring melanoma rates among young women

In this article taken from ConsultingRoom Blog, cosmetic expert Dr. Patrick Treacy looks at the widespread use of sunscreen and questions whether the science behind them is over-rated

A statement from Timothy Turnham, executive director, Melanoma Research Foundation

Manufacturers would be required to include the four-star rating on their sunscreen labels and would face new restrictions in what they can and cannot say on labels. SPF would no longer stand for "Sun Protection Factor"...

Think you know all you need to know about skin cancer and sun safety? Test yourself with Core Content Media’s quiz for Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month.

Portion of website sales throughout Melanoma Awareness Month in May will support efforts to find new treatments for melanoma

Despite much publicized industry fears, the imposition of a ten percent tanning tax, at most one or two dollars, will do little to deter indoor tanning.

“A Cappella for a Cure” targets deadliest skin cancer

SunAWARE joins the Dermatology Nurses' Association in calling for public education on skin cancer prevention. Both groups say revenues from "tanning tax" should be used for this purpose.

May is Melanoma Awareness Month. Melanoma is the rarest but deadliest form of skin cancer and is on the rise in the United States. Riverchase Dermatology in Fort Myers/Naples, FL, is offering free skin cancer screenings in May as a public service.

With May being Skin Cancer Awareness Month, it is good time for golfers to learn how to protect themselves in the sun and to schedule an exam to see what sun damage they may have incurred.

-A statement from Timothy Turnham, executive director, Melanoma Research Foundation-

— Researchers and Patient Advocates to Share Insights With Lawmakers in Advance of FDA Hearing —

Melanoma has surged in young women tripling in number between 1973 and 2004. Although there are some genetic factors, unprotected sun exposure and the use of tanning beds are the culprits.

-A Statement from the Melanoma Research Foundation-

Bharatbook.com added a new report on "Melanoma - Drug Pipeline Analysis and Market Forecasts to 2015" which gives the future market associated with melanoma.