A recent study examined the association between indoor tanning and melanoma among women under the age of 50. Results show women who tan indoors regularly under the age of 50 were at a 2 to 6 times higher risk of melanoma, compared to age matched women who do not tan indoors (controls). The researchers further examined this correlation by age. Specifically, women who have ever tanned indoors under the age of 30 were 6 times as likely to develop melanoma opposed to controls; wo

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently proposed new restrictions surrounding tanning beds. Specifically, no one under the age of 18 would be able to use tanning beds and persons over 18 years would be required to sign a written consent of acknowledgement to the hazards of tanning beds. It is important to note that these restrictions are only just proposals—proposals that need to be supported. The rule is reviewable by the public and recommendations/comments are a

A recent study found that oral melatonin improved skin symptoms as well as sleep disturbance in children/adolescents with atopic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic disease that affects the skin. Oftentimes, the skin becomes incredibly itchy for people with AD. Though the results are not extravagant, they are still significant and worth further investigation. A previous study showed that children with AD have longer sleep-onset latency, greater sleep fragmentation

Melanoma, or malignant melanoma, is the most harmful form of skin cancer. Frequently, melanoma develops in a mole that would differ from others such that it changes, bleeds, or itches. Melanoma could also appear as a new dark spot on the skin. If you notice anything similar, consult your dermatologist immediately. If ignored, the melanoma could quickly spread to other parts of the body, which could be deadly. It is imperative to know the warning signs of melanoma. Signs and

This is a powerful guide to win the battle over melanoma before it begins. Be sure to check your body once a month and get to know your skin, it will only take ten minutes! Help spread the message about melanoma by watching and sharing this video, you can save someone’s life! #melanoma #skin #cancer #prevention