An expert has issued an urgent sunscreen warning to Brits telling them not to ignore the skin around their eyes as it could lead to a deadly disease. According to certified dermatologist, Olga Skydan, the under eyes and eyelids are commonly forgotten when it comes to applying sun cream. This could leave you vulnerable to … Read more
Sure, you like to get a tan every summer, or maybe you’ve been known to indulge in a few tanning-bed sessions before a big event or winter vacation. But as long as your skin looks good now, you’re doing fine, right? Uh, nope. No matter how lovely you look today, your skin could already be … Read more
Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in the UK and across the globe, but it’s also one of the most treatable if caught early enough – which is why it’s important to know the signs. It typically develops on skin areas most exposed to the sun, emphasising the importance of … Read more
There are still many stages to go before the soap is approved. A 15-year-old boy who created a soap that could “transform skin cancer treatment” has been chosen as the 2024 Kid of the Year by Time magazine and Time for Kids. Heman Bekele from Virginia, US, is a teen scientist “who could change how … Read more
It’s been proved that properly wearing sunscreen can help prevent sunburn, premature aging and skin cancer. But there are common mistakes that many of us make when applying sunscreen that can minimize its effectiveness — and an alarming number of young adults doubt the benefits of sunscreen altogether. Experts say Generation Z tends to follow … Read more
It’s common to find a new spot or pimple on your skin every now and then. They can occur when the pores of your skin become blocked with oil, dead skin, or bacteria but can also be triggered by factors such as hormonal changes. Often they will clear up on their own, or might require … Read more
New research indicates an alarming number of Brits are not aware of how to take adequate precautions to protect themselves from the harmful effects of the sun. Data presented by Boots Soltan and the cancer charity Macmillan from YouGov, which saw 2,091 adults surveyred from June 25-26, revealed only 31 percent are applying sunscreen regularly … Read more
When board-certified dermatologist Dr. Elizabeth Tanzi was pregnant with her first child, a dark spot formed on her lower leg. Six months later, when the spot began to grow, the alarm bells started ringing. “As a dermatologist, I knew that any change in a mole could indicate developing cancer, so I had it biopsied, and … Read more
Although not always the case, symptoms of cancer typically affect the area of the body in which the disease is growing. This can lead to some more obvious signs, such as lung cancer causing a cough and bowel cancer leading to blood in the toilet. However, it can also result in some more unusual symptoms … Read more
We all get blemishes on our skin every now and then. Spots can be the result of hormonal changes, an excess of oil on the skin or other relatively harmless factors. But there are times when a pimple could signal something far more sinister. According to a doctor, what can look like just a normal … Read more
