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“I have young grandchildren and it was really useful to be able to talk to the experts and to get the best advice possible about how to safeguard them against future skin problems.”

Patient David Wheatley receives advice from Karen Curtis, with Ronnae Gold , Boots Suncare Consultant, and Melanie Prouse and Ronnae Gold, from Boots. via This is The West Country

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“When we analyzed the data by industry sectors, we concluded that agriculture, forestry, fishing and construction workers reported the lowest rate of skin exams in 2000”

Workers who face the greatest risk of developing skin cancer from overexposure to the sun are the least likely to get regular exams to detect its early warning signs, a new report says. via HON

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“Examination of mediating variables in a partner assistance intervention designed to increase performance of skin self-examination”

When detected early, most skin cancers can be successfully treated. In fact, melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer, is highly curable when found and treated early. via Newswise

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“Sunscreens have really evolved over the years, as we now have a variety of formulations - ' from creams and gels to lotions and sprays - ' that more effectively protect the skin from the sun's harmful UVA and UVB rays”

With spring in the air, most of us will be arming ourselves with all the essentials that warm weather brings - ' flip flops, shorts, sunglasses, sun hats and, of course, sunscreen. via Newswise

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The first Monday of every May has been dubbed Melanoma Day by the Academy of Dermatologists in hopes of informing people about it's dangers. via WIFR

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“People are now catching on that even young people are at risk for skin cancer.”

At age 17, all Meghan Rothschild and Brittany Lietz wanted was a dark tan. They thought it made them look beautiful. via News-Medical.Net

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“We have shown that if we target the two proteins separately, it somewhat inhibits the development of tumors but if we target them together, the development of tumors gets inhibited significantly”

Scientists identify interacting proteins key to melanoma development Tuesday, May 6, 2008 Hershey, Pa. via Penn State Live

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“When we analyzed the data by industry sectors, we concluded that agriculture, forestry, fishing, and construction workers reported the lowest rate of skin exams in 2000”

While occupational risks are inherent in many jobs, workers who make a living toiling in the sun face an increased threat of skin cancer from repeated overexposure to the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays. via MDMojo.com

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More than one million new cases of skin cancer are diagnosed each year. People who use tanning beds or spend too many hours in the sun are at the highest risk of developing melanoma. via WTRF-TV Wheeling

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Main Category: Dermatology Also Included In: Cancer / Oncology Article Date: 05 May 2008 - 2:00 PDT British parents are confused about the need to protect their children in the sun, despite the fact that ... via Medical News Today

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