For those living above the equator, summer is in full swing and that means lots of sun — and the potential for sun damage. So if we want to stay safe, and keep our skin looking great, we obviously need to protect it — but using what? And how much? And how often? These are … Read more
Even though I grew up in sunny Florida, I was still fairly prone to sunburns ― especially on annual family vacations, when I’d spend hours with my cousins playing in the ocean and emerge with bright red burns that sometimes blistered and always hurt. Even though this only happened about once a year, my mom … Read more
You reach into the back of your cabinet or rummage through your beach bag and find a bottle of sunscreen from last summer — or was it two summers ago? But before you start applying it, there’s one thing you need to get in the habit of checking: the product’s expiration date. Yes, that date … Read more
(NewsNation) — In a startling new anti-SPF trend, influencers on social media are claiming that wearing sunscreen causes cancer rather than preventing it . Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with the American Academy of Dermatology estimating around 20% of the population will be diagnosed with the disease in their … Read more
Everyone is being urged to keep an eye out for skin cancer symptoms which can develop after just 15 minutes in the sun. This weekend Britain has finally seen some summer sun after the wet and cold June burst into life with long days of sunshine and temperatures nudging 20C. And this week, even more … Read more
A beloved mum-of-two was hit with a devastating diagnosis after what she thought was just an infected toenail turned out to be a rare cancer. Donna Bointon, from Middlesbrough, had been going back and forth to her doctor’s surgery for five years but seeing no improvement despite treatment. Eventually she was referred to hospital where … Read more
A suncream warning has been issued as cases of skin cancer are set for record high. Cancer Research UK has said people need to do more to protect themselves this summer as the melanoma rate continues to rise. The charity has warned that there will be a spike in cases, with 20,800 diagnosed cases predicted … Read more
With over 16,000 new cases of skin cancer annually, as reported by Cancer Research UK, it remains a big concern. While the possibility of skin cancer is frightening, it’s crucial to recognise that almost 90 percent of cases are preventable. Spotting the signs early is key to successful treatment. The symptoms can be varied, making … Read more
The cancer vaccine harnesses the same tech used in Covid jabs (Image: Getty) A revolutionary skin cancer vaccine being tested on British patients offers hope of a cure for the devastating disease. The world’s first personalised cancer jab for melanoma may also be effective against lung, bladder and kidney cancer. Harnessing the same technology used … Read more
No matter what the season or how much time is spent outdoors, protecting ourselves from harmful UV rays with one of the best body sunscreens is non-negotiable. Practicing proper sun protection techniques, like head-to-toe SPF protection on a year-round basis, prevents UV-related skin issues in the long run. In case you need a refresher, ditching … Read more
