Melanoma

Melanoma Melanoma refers to a group of cancerous tumors, mainly of the skin. These cancers are composed of melanocytes. Melanocytes are cells that produce melanin, the pigment that colors the skin, hair, and iris of the eye.

Skin Cancer Skin cancer is the commonest form of cancer in the United States. It is estimated that there are now roughly one million people per year who develop skin cancer and roughly 10,000 deaths per year from the disease. Early detection results in a very high...

A Healthy Glow? The Dangers of Tanning Salons Wintertime brings family reunions, snowflakes, skiing, and thousands of people running to tanning salons. We all know that prolonged sun exposure can lead to skin cancer in many, yet why do...

Using The UV Index To Be Safe In The Sun Everyone seems to enjoy the glow of a deep suntan, but until relatively recently, the price paid for that golden color was unknown. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the statistics for those who spend much...

Many people misunderstand, misuse sunscreens Sun protection factor (SPF) -- the number that indicates the level of protection a product offers against ultraviolet rays -- has had its day in the sun...

Pilots at higher risk for melanoma Commercial airline pilots appear to have a greater risk than the rest of the population when it comes to developing a particular type of skin cancer known as malignant melanoma, according to a new report...

Got a lot of moles? Blame your parents If you're covered in moles or spattered with freckles, results of a study in twins suggest that your family members may share a similar fate...

Scientists Develop More Accurate Test For Melanoma Physicians may soon have a new test to help them diagnose melanoma with a greater degree of accuracy...

Gene pattern distinguishes moles from melanoma A genetic test can accurately distinguish between melanoma and benign moles, researchers from the University of California, San Francisco...