http://www.artwoo.com Returned search results for skin cancer Copyright 2008 Sun, 23 Nov 2008 05:12:17 +0000 http://www.artwoo.com/rss/skin+cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/do-you-know-about-these-skin-cancer-risks-and-prevention http://www.artwoo.com/article/do-you-know-about-these-skin-cancer-risks-and-prevention#comments Tue, 05 Jun 2007 03:29:53 +0000 most common typeultraviolet raysharmful uv raysskin cancer foundationskin typetanning bedsprogressive http://www.artwoo.com/article/do-you-know-about-these-skin-cancer-risks-and-prevention most common type of cancer suffered by those in the United States. With this statistic, it makes sense to want to learn as much as possible about how to prevent skin cancer. Which groups of people are most likely to get skin cancer? What can we do to make ourselves less susceptible to this disorder?

Studies have shown that some skin types are more prone to the damaging effects of the sun and its ultraviolet rays. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, there are six different skin types. They are ranked in progressive order with skin type one being the most vulnerable to sun damage while skin type six is least vulnerable. However, even those who are not as vulnerable to skin damage from the sun should still take precautionary steps to protect themselves from harmful UV rays.

Here are descriptions of the six skin types. Type one consists of extremely fair skinned people. People with this skin type tend to burn severely and do not tan. They generally have blonde or red hair and blue or green eyes. For those with type two skin, their skin is also fair and burns easily but they will eventually develop a little bit of a tan. The eyes and hair of these people are generally a bit darker than those with skin type one.

People with skin type three have darker skin which may burn, but will turn to tan. Those with even darker skin that always tans quickly make up skin type four. Skin type five contains those with brown skin while type six includes those with black skin.

Now that you have an idea how likely you may be to develop skin cancer, there are some precautions you can take to reduce your risks. The best thing you can do for your skin is to protect it from the sun's harmful UV rays. This includes staying out of tanning beds.

If you are out in the sun, even just long enough to take a walk or work in the yard; be sure to put on sunscreen. Use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15. You should also wear a hat with a wide brim to give the skin on your face and neck extra protection from the sun.

Every thirty days or so, you should check the entire surface of your skin for any changes or new growths. These may be signs that skin cancer is developing. If you find anything unusual, bring it to your doctor's attention as soon as possible.

The type of skin that you have may increase your risk for skin cancer. This is especially so if you have fair skin that burns easily. One of the best ways to avoid skin cancer is to stay out of the sun, or at least protect your skin from the sun's harmful rays if you must be outside. You should also check your skin regularly for new growths or irregularities that might indicate the formation of skin cancer. For more information on cancer try visiting http://www.cancercondition.com - a website that specializes in providing cancer related information and resources including information on skin cancer. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/diagnosing-skin-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/diagnosing-skin-cancer#comments Mon, 24 Jul 2006 00:27:07 +0000 symptoms of skin cancertypes of cancerskin cancer symptomsskin cancer patientslayers of the skintanning bedsskin lesion http://www.artwoo.com/article/diagnosing-skin-cancer types of cancer, all of which are very dangerous and must be detected early in order to have the best possible prognosis. Skin cancer, which is an increasingly common form, is often associated with over exposure to sun or other ultraviolet radiation, including tanning beds. Because individuals with fair skin are more susceptible to a sunburn, they are also more susceptible to skin cancer. In order to protect themselves from the sun's strength, individuals should wear sunscreen with a high SPF, hats and long sleeve shirts. In addition, taking special care to not fall asleep in the sun or spend hours every day in it's presence may help to lessen it's harmful effects and possibly may even prevent skin cancer.

Symptoms of skin cancer are various, but the most common is a lesion that will not heal. This may also include discoloration and overall changes in the appearance of moles. The majority of skin cancer patients can be treated with a surgical procedure that involves removing the affected layers of the skin. If skin cancer is left untreated, however, it may begin to involve the deeper layers of the skin and possibly even the lymphatic system. In addition, it may spread to other parts of the body and become resistant to treatment if not detected early.

Of all the various forms of cancer, Skin cancer has one of the highest survival rates because, unlike the others, skin cancer is usually visible and leads to earlier detection. If a skin lesion does not heal within 7 to 10 days, or if a mole begins to change in shape, color or otherwise vary in appearance, a physician should be consulted in order to determine whether or not the lesion is cancerous. During testing, a piece of the skin will be removed by the physician and sent to a medical laboratory for further testing. If the test results are positive for the presence of cancer, the physician will invite the patient to return to his/her office for a conversation regarding possible treatment options.

The information in this article is intended for informational purposes only. It should not be considered as, or used in place of, medical advice or professional recommendations for the cause, diagnosis or treatment of skin cancer. If necessary, individuals should consult a medical doctor or dermatologist for information regarding the likelihood of skin cancer, a proper diagnosis and recommended form of treatment. To find out more about skin cancer, please visit our website at http://www.skin-cancer-guide.info . It contains tons of free skin cancer articles, resources and tips. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-the-real-cause-of-skin-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-the-real-cause-of-skin-cancer#comments Sun, 17 Feb 2008 01:20:01 +0000 causes of skin cancercause of skin cancergolf caddyultraviolet radiationskin cancerrisky activitiesgenetic disease http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-the-real-cause-of-skin-cancer Skin cancer is one of the most horrible diseases that could happen to anyone. As far as in modern medical knowledge has identify the major causes of skin cancer which consist of some risky activities. Many people seem to be more concern about how to protect and stay away from the disease. However, it is likely that apart from the person who may have genetic disease of skin cancer, the disease happen more to the one who work or live in the environment that has greater chance of skin cancer. According to this reasons for the once who living or working in such the environment have to be very careful and aware of these threads and also to find the way of effective protections. You may find the following details useful in terms of the identification of major cause of skin cancer, and to consider whether you are the one who are in such environment and in order to prepare in case you found that you are in early stage of the disease.

We will have a look at the first condition that usually (and most of the time) is the major cause of skin cancer, the sunlight. According to the fact that sunlight extremely has benefit to human's health and the human body can not work functionally without sunlight. This is because the sunlight has Ultra Violet Radiations, which is really necessary to human body to generate important glucose and haemoglobin. However, in the same time, the ultraviolet radiation is also the major cause of skin cancer if there are exceed in the amount that the person take it. For example, considering the person who has to work in the condition such as golf caddy, these people is obviously have to face with very strong sunlight all the time. Some people in this job category may try to protect themselves by wearing cloth that prevent the skin to have direct contact with the sunlight, but in fact, the ultraviolet radiation still radiate to the skin even though it is not a direct contact. The only one way of protection is to wear thick cloth to prevent radiation or using anti-UV lotion apply on the skin.

When talk about the radiation, the other condition that may risk of skin cancer and quickly come into my mind is for the person who work in a hospital, in the x-ray room. Yes, it is one of the most risk condition for skin cancer. As same as the radiation of the UV sunlight, x-ray contain some radioactive substances that impact to the human skin and cause cancer if the person has direct contact too often.

Other condition that may risk of skin cancer, apart from those two major factors is to have direct contact with some kind of chemical substances such as hydrocarbons and arsenic. We can see these days as many kind of what we use in everyday life contains these kind of chemicals. In some case, for many women who have to use excessive cosmetic on daily basis could also risk to have skin cancer. Provide information about skin cancer with major and alternative treatments. Pros and Cons about skin cancer treatments. http://www.skin-cancer-treatments.com ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/sun-damage-and-the-risk-of-skin-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/sun-damage-and-the-risk-of-skin-cancer#comments Mon, 28 May 2007 22:29:56 +0000 melanoma skin cancermalignant melanomaskin cancer risksun protective clothingskin cancersamerican cancer societydanger http://www.artwoo.com/article/sun-damage-and-the-risk-of-skin-cancer melanoma skin cancer, and 89,500 will be diagnosed with melanoma, according to the American Cancer Society.

A danger element is anything that may increase an individual's opportunity of developing a disease. It may be an action, such as smoking, diet, household story, or many new things. Different diseases, including cancers, have distinct danger factors. Although these factors can increase an individual's danger, they do not inevitably induce the disease. Some folk with one or much danger factors never produce the disease, while others produce disease and have no known danger factors. But, knowing your danger factors to any disease can assist to steer you into the proper actions, including changing behaviors and being clinically monitored for the disease.

Reduce Your Skin Cancer Risk:

Avoid the sun at peak times during the day Seek shade whenever possible Wear sunglasses and sun-protective clothing Wear a wide-brimmed hat Wear sunscreen

A suntan means your skin has been damaged by the sun. Most non melanoma skin cancers are caused by long term exposure to the sun. And if you burn easily you are at more than average risk from another type of skin cancer called malignant melanoma. You can't get a suntan without increasing your risk of developing skin cancer. It is the ultraviolet light in sunlight that damages skin cells. The sun's rays contain different types of ultraviolet light.

UVA makes up most of our natural sunlight UVB is the main cause of non melanoma skin cancer =96 it's what makes the sun burn the skin UVC is mostly filtered out by the atmosphere of the earth http://www.skincancerdetails.com ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/protecting-against-the-dangers-of-skin-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/protecting-against-the-dangers-of-skin-cancer#comments Mon, 04 Sep 2006 08:27:03 +0000 skin cancersun protection factortanning parlorstanning bedskin care sectionskin care informationultraviolet light http://www.artwoo.com/article/protecting-against-the-dangers-of-skin-cancer skin cancer is a scary thought. However, there are many obvious defenses you take against the dangers of skin cancer. The development of skin cancer may take many years and it may be a long time before the cancerous cells cause any significant damage, yet there is no better time to begin protecting yourself than the present. If you have very fair skin or have a history of skin cancer in your family it is of particular importance that you be cautious as you are more susceptible to the dangers posed by sun exposure.

While tanning out in the sun on a hot day can be quite relaxing, it can also be a potential invitation for cancerous cells. Thus minimizing your exposure to the sun during the time of day when the sun's ray are the most intense, being 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, is highly advised. If you cannot avoid being in the sun for an extended period of time then you should apply sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor of at least 15 to all areas of the body visible to the sun. Be sure to reapply every so often as well. Being sure to wear clothing that properly protects areas of the body that have been burned in previous years is advisable as well.

If you attend tanning parlors frequently you are also increasing your risk of developing skin cancer. Though the ultraviolet light emitted by a tanning bed is essentially artificial, it is no less dangerous than the light emitted by the sun. If anything the direct exposure received in a tanning bed has the potential to become more dangerous, especially since one can attend tanning parlors all year round. It is also vitally important for children to be especially well protected from the sun, as they are more susceptible to skin damage from ultraviolet light. If you need Skin Care information or have articles to distribute on Skin Care, visit our Skin Care section at: http://www.reprint-content.com/Category/Skin-Care/280 Free article distribution for authors, free content for webmasters: http://www.reprint-content.com ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/is-the-tanning-bed-your-friend-or-enemy http://www.artwoo.com/article/is-the-tanning-bed-your-friend-or-enemy#comments Fri, 23 Jun 2006 06:32:12 +0000 tanning bedcause skin cancertanning bedsskin cancer risksuva radiationuvb radiationbet http://www.artwoo.com/article/is-the-tanning-bed-your-friend-or-enemy tanning bed? However many people you know to be using a tanning bed, you can bet that there are even more people using one than you would ever realize. Small businesses such as Laundromats or nail salons have added tanning beds as a way of generating more revenue. But, while the use and popularity of the tanning bed continues to grow, is it really safe to use or could you be increasing your risks for skin cancer?

Without question, UV radiation has been proven to cause skin cancer. There are two basic types of UV--Ultraviolet A (UVA) and Ultraviolet B (UVB). UVB radiation is produced by the sun and responsible for the sunburns people get when outside for too long. A tanning bed uses UVA radiation which is considered less harmful than UVB but has still been shown to cause skin cancer. Both have been shown to cause skin cancer but it is agreed that UVA penetrates deeper into the skin than its UVB counterpart. This is how a tanning bed can produce suntans in so little time.

Aside from increased skin cancer risks, a tanning bed may also cause other problems for users. When constantly exposed to the UVA radiation of a tanning bed, the immune system may actually weaken over time. Naturally, this will lead to increased chances for illness. Also, it is not known if the damage to the immune system is reversible after a person ceases using a tanning bed. Research is still being conducted to answer this question.

Consistent use of a tanning bed may also cause damage to the skin itself. This is because a tanning bed will evaporate the moisture in our skin and cause it to dry out. In time, the skin will appear leathery and wrinkled. The effects of long-term tanning bed exposure to the skin are irreversible and there is still an increased chance of skin cancer developing later on down the road.

Supporters point out that people who sunburn easily should use a tanning bed because it will "pre-tan" the skin. The idea is that if a person goes and gets a tan from a tanning bed first, then their skin will not be as vulnerable to sunburn when playing outdoors. Actually, this is a very valid point but remember that both UVA and UVB radiation have been shown to cause skin cancer. So, while a tanning bed may reduce chances of sunburn, it may not decrease chances for skin cancer.

Despite the risks, no one can argue that the popularity of the tanning bed continues to grow. If for no other reason than mere convenience, the ability to get a tan in minutes and have healthier looking skin is too tempting for many to pass up. This is especially true today where people have less and less time to naturally tan. However, just remember that a tanning bed can and will damage your skin after prolonged exposure and skin cancer is still a very real possibility. But, when used in moderation, a tanning bed can indeed decrease your chances of sunburn and give you beautiful, tanned skin in mere minutes. Tanning Bed Hub is an information site that contains links, a directory and other Tanning Bed Information. It can be found at: http://www.tanningbedhub.com ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer-early-treatment-increase-survival http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer-early-treatment-increase-survival#comments Tue, 13 Jun 2006 12:32:19 +0000 skin cancercancer helpsun blockciaraslip slapmelaninhttp http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer-early-treatment-increase-survival Skin cancer can usually be treated successfully, if it is caught in the early stages.

Have someone check your back regularly for any unusual spots or moles. The cancer can quickly spread to the lymphatic system and cause secondary tumors anywhere in your body. Cancer does not go away on its own and pretending everything is alright is a quick way to an early grave. You owe it to your partner, children and friends who all love you to look after yourself.

Men are worse than women at getting treatment, as with so many medical conditions. Men are more cowardly about going to a doctor than most women, perhaps because women are used to being probed and stared at through pregnancy. The result is that men have a worse survival rate than women for skin cancer, simply because they delay treatment for longer.

Exposure to ultraviolet light from the sun is strongly linked with an increased risk of developing skin cancer. The Australians have a slogan, slip, slap, slop. Slip on a shirt, slap on a hat, slop on the sunscreen. This is one of the best ways of reducing your risk of developing skin cancer.

Certain skin types are very short of the protective chemical, melanin. Red heads usually have very fair skin with freckles and need to be particularly sensible about exposure to the sun in summer.

There are certain parts of our skin that we rarely think to protect with sunscreen including earlobes, lips and hands among them. Special care needs to be taken with these areas. If you are going topless for the first time, apply lots of cream to your breasts and a sun block to your nipples. Sunburned nipples are very painful.

Skin cancer is often treated by cutting away the affected area, this may leave a scar, but usually removes the cancerous tissue completely, if caught in the early stages. Ciara McGrath is a full time mother to four teenaged, red-headed daughters. For more articles at http://a1-article-service.info.. For more related info visit http://skin-cancer-help.info/sitemap.html and ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/checking-for-skin-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/checking-for-skin-cancer#comments Thu, 19 Oct 2006 10:27:08 +0000 skin cancermalignant melanomamolesmolebordersdoctor checkself examinations http://www.artwoo.com/article/checking-for-skin-cancer Skin cancer is one of the most prevalent forms of cancer in the world. It strikes any age group, and can be deadly if not treated directly. To that end, it's important to regularly perform self-examinations to ensure that you spot any problems early. In this article, we'll discuss exactly what you need to do to properly examine yourself for skin cancer.

While examining yourself for skin cancer can be scary, it is a necessary procedure to perform considering that a full 1 in 5 people can be expected to contract some form of skin cancer throughout their lifetime. Doctors recommend that you check yourself for skin cancer monthly to ensure that you spot any problems early on. To check yourself for skin cancer, you need to have a few mirrors so that you can accurately see all parts of your body. The entire surface area of the body needs to be checked for skin cancer, as it can appear anywhere. First, examine your head and your face, as well as your scalp, in the mirror. Gradually work your way down your body, ensuring that you're checking everywhere - commonly missed spots include underneath the breasts, and parts of the back and buttocks. Also be sure to check the genital areas as well as every part of the feet, including the webbing between toes.

The main thing to look for when performing a self-examination for skin cancer is the appearance of irregular moles" rel="tag">moles. Malformed moles can result in malignant melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer. If you're looking on your body and you find that a mole is asymmetrical, with one side of the mole appearing different than the other side, you may want to consult a doctor. Also, most moles complete their growth before age twenty. If a mole on your body begins growing past age twenty, you should also speak to a doctor. Check for irregularities on the borders of the mole; they should be well-defined and should be uniform in growth. Also, moles that change color to a dark black, red, or even white represent a significant risk for a problem. Since early diagnosis is the key to surviving skin cancer, if you spot anything that you feel might be a problem, discuss it with your doctor immediately. Your health is your responsibility, and a little caution can result in catching the problem early enough to stop it. Jonathon Hardcastle writes articles for http://healthandourworld.com/ - In addition, Jonathon also writes articles for http://yournutritionsource.net/ and http://universeofbeauty.net/ ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-importance-of-viewing-skin-cancer-pictures http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-importance-of-viewing-skin-cancer-pictures#comments Mon, 11 Sep 2006 04:27:07 +0000 symptoms of skin cancerskin cancer symptomsskin cancer picturescancer informationbordersabcdprimary care physician http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-importance-of-viewing-skin-cancer-pictures
Before skin cancer can be treated, it needs to be diagnosed. Although it may be difficult to associate good news with skin cancer, there is good news. That good news is that it is relatively easy to diagnosis. This is because many skin cancer symptoms are easy to detect. In fact, many individuals are able detect the most common skin cancer symptoms on their own, without the assistance of a healthcare professional. Although symptoms may be detected without the assistance of a healthcare professional, once those symptoms are displayed and discovered, it is advised that you seek treatment immediately.

As previously mentioned, a large number of individuals are able to detect the signs and symptoms of skin cancer on their own; however, not all individuals are. This is because many do not know what to look for. If you are interested in learning more about skin cancer symptoms, you are advised to perform a standard internet search or speak to your primary care physician. These methods should result in the acquisition of useful skin cancer information, including common symptoms, causes, and treatment options.

When obtaining more information on skin cancer, it is also advised that you ask for or look for skin cancer pictures. This is because much of the information you will receive, on common skin care symptoms, will only provide a general overview. For instance, you are always advised to use letters of the alphabet, when examining your skin. These letters are ABCD for asymmetry, borders, colors, and diameter. Your physician, as well as online resource guides, will tell you to be on the lookout for abnormal skin areas, irregular mole borders, moles with varied colors, and moles with a diameter about the size of a pencil eraser. While this information is useful, there are many who are unable to distinguish skin cancer moles from traditional moles.

To better distinguish nonmalignant moles from malignant ones, you are advised to examine skin cancer pictures. You should request or search for skin cancer pictures on the most common types of skin cancer. These skin cancer types include squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, and melanoma. This is important because squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, and melanoma all display different symptoms. Although their symptoms may appear similar on paper, they look different in color. By examining a number of different skin cancer pictures, you should easily be able to make a self diagnosis.

In the event that you notice a mole on your body, especially one that resembles moles which you have seen in skin cancer pictures, you are advised to contact your physician right away. Many family physicians are able to diagnose and treat skin cancer; however, your physician may make the decision to refer you to a skin care professional. These professionals are known as dermatologists. Whether you seek treatment from a traditional physician or a dermatologist, it is important that you receive your treatment in a timely matter.

In addition to being on the lookout for skin cancer symptoms, you are also advised to focus on protection. As previously mentioned, a large number of men and women are diagnosed with skin cancer. With adequate prevention methods, you do not have to be one of those individuals. You are urged to avoid tanning beds and prolonged sun exposure, at any cost. If you must be in the sun for an extended period of time, you are urged to protect yourself with sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat. http://www.healthline.com/channel/skin-cancer.html can be a deadly disease. It can also be caught in the early stages as well. To view http://www.healthline.com/channel/skin-cancer.html please visit Healthline.com ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/taking-precautions-when-tanning-yourself http://www.artwoo.com/article/taking-precautions-when-tanning-yourself#comments Fri, 27 Jul 2007 03:15:01 +0000 history of skin canceruva and uvb raystanning bedsuva and uvbtanning lotionsuv raysmany different types http://www.artwoo.com/article/taking-precautions-when-tanning-yourself tanning beds properly it will give you a natural look to your wintry pale skin. When exposed to UVB rays it will stimulate and produce skin pigment called is melanin which makes your skin turn dark. Any type of exposure to UVB rays is not good; if you are exposed for any amount of time you will need to have some type of protection. If you have a family history of skin cancer, its all the more reason to take extra cautions. Some older tanning beds use the older style of lamps, these lamps emit UV A rays which is not good for your skin. There have been reports that UV A radiation has been know to cause cancer of the skin. It has been reported that skin cancer is on the rise, with the ozone depleting and the popularity of tanning beds.

Today, devices that emit a combination of UVA and UVB are predominantly used. If you expose your skin to UV rays many different types of complications can occur, you could get skin rashes, skin will age you might get skin cancer. Exposure to UVB can cause skin burning; the best protection against this is to cover up your skin. 99% of the sun's UV radiation at sea level is UVA. The UV that is dangerous to your skin is the UVB; this is the rays that can cause aging, blotches, wrinkles and even cancer. It is the UVA and UVB rays that are the most harmful to our skin. UVB is easier to protect against than UVA, but both cause very real damage.

When exposing your skin to UV rays it is very possible it will cause premature spots, blemishes, aging and maybe skin cancer. Using a bit of precaution such as purchasing a good tanning lotion or attending one of your local sunless tanning salons is a good first step to protecting yourself. Tanning beds have become very popular because everyone wants a natural looking tan, many people have been purchasing home beds to tan themselves.

When tanning lotions first came out on the market they made everyone look orange, today they improved this and now people look like they really have a tan. Today the self tanners come in many shades, since everyone does not have the same skin pigment it is easier to match your skin type. When using tanning sprays or self tanners the color does not last very long, on average it lasts about 5 to 7 days. Getting a tan without the sun has becoming very popular because it reduces the risks of getting skin diseases. Tanning sprays have become more advanced since they were developed, they protect your skin against the sun and give you a tan without needing the sun, and some even have moistures in them to enrich your skin.

One of the drawbacks of these tanning lotions that dye your skin is that they do not last very long and you need to keep applying it to keep the color constant. The reason for this is because your skin continuously sheds old skin and replenishes your body with new skin so you will loose the color from the tanner. Also, you should test the tanner on a hidden part of your body before applying it over all of your skin. David Marc Fishman owns a skin care website at http://www.skonskinn.com ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/could-exercise-really-help-to-protect-against-skin-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/could-exercise-really-help-to-protect-against-skin-cancer#comments Tue, 08 May 2007 03:19:57 +0000 skin cancerexercise wheelsbenefits of exercisemiceuv raysriskskin cells http://www.artwoo.com/article/could-exercise-really-help-to-protect-against-skin-cancer benefits of exercise to the skin have become more and more apparent over the past couple of years. It has been established that exercise provides great benefits in ways there were not ever thought of. When combined with a healthy diet, regular exercise can dramatically help to produce healthy, glowing skin.

However, not only can exercise help with a glowing complexion, it has also been proven to dramatically cut the risk of skin cancer. With skin cancer being such a massive threat these days, anything that can seriously cut the risk of developing it is definitely a positive thing!

Exercise and Skin Cancer: The tests that were done to prove the link between exercise and skin cancer, were carried out on mice. It was shown that mice who had exercise wheels, and who were exposed to ultra violet light, had a reduced chance of developing tumours than those who did not have a wheel. This does not mean that they did not develop the cancer; it just took longer exposure for them to actually get it.

It is thought that the results are the same with humans, only obviously we wear sunscreen to protect ourselves so we have even less risk of developing the cancer if we exercise and protect ourselves. It is thought that the less fat we have in our body, the less chance we have of developing the cancer.

Although the tests have shown that the mice fought off the cancer for longer, scientists have yet to discover what it is exactly that helps fight it. It seems that the mice were able to destroy the skin cells which had been damaged by the sun's UV rays once they had undertaken regular exercise, and now the challenge the scientists face, is finding out exactly what it is that helps fight the effects of the rays.

It is obviously better for the body all around if you keep it fit and healthy. Being overweight can really put a real strain on the body, and you are generally more likely to be unhealthy if you are overweight, than if you were the right weight for your height. This means that if we exercise and control our weight, our bodies will be healthier and they will help us to fight off more illnesses, such as skin cancer, than we could if we were overweight.

So there are serious links with exercise and the reduction of skin cancer, but what is the best exercise to participate in?

The Best Types of Exercise:

Generally any exercise is good, but there are some that are better than others. Walking may be considered to be one of the best methods of exercise as it is the easiest to do, but some experts argue that walking is just not enough to provide the best results. However, if you power walk then you are going to achieve better results than slow walking!

Anything that gets the heart rate going and that makes you sweat is definitely the best type of exercise that you can do. Never try and do too much however, you should only go at a pace which you can handle and which is right for you, otherwise you could end up doing more harm than good.

So, whether you want to do jogging, horse riding, swimming or aerobics, as long as it gets your heart rate going, it is doing you some good. Aim to do at least thirty minutes each day, that way you will get the best possible results for you. You should notice that your skin starts to look a little clearer and that you feel more energized after around a week.

Overall, any exercise you choose to do will benefit the skin and help you to fight off skin cancer cells. Keeping yourself fit and healthy has never been as easy as it is today so there really is no excuse! Keep yourself looking great with these skin care tips from http://www.NaturalElements.co.uk You can now get the very latest information on Organic Skin Care by subscribing with RSS ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer#comments Mon, 28 Jan 2008 01:35:02 +0000 basal cell carcinomaprecancerous lesionstypes of cancerscancerous cellsskin cancercancer patientsmedical experts http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer Skin cancer is such a disease that can occur to any individual. The medical experts till today could not specify the age group of occurrence. They could not either successfully reduce the chances of occurrence because every year the statistics of cancer patients is increasing. Skin cancer is not as harmful as the other types of cancers. The cancerous cells usually affect the other normal cells and impair the normal functioning of the organs. Hence cancer spreads to the other organs also. But a patient suffering from skin cancer does not face the same hazard. But yet a person experiences a very discomfort feeling because the skin is of the body is affected. The skin cancer is divided into two types. The type of skin depends upon the origination of the cells. In the United States the incidence has become so high that almost 1 million of the people are prone to skin cancer every year.

The symptoms of the cancers are usually not noted earlier. Initially, the cancer grows is the form of precancerous lesions known as dysplasia. This tumor is not a cancer but later on it develops cancerous cells within them. These tumors are actually benign in nature and the treatment of the tumors is also easy. But in case, they are neglected for a long period of time they becomes malignant. when the cancer has developed then it spreads to the other organs and affects the normal functioning of the skin.

There are three main categories of skin cancer. They are Basal Cell Carcinoma, Squamous Cell Carcinoma and melanoma. Melanoma occurs rarely and the rate of occurrence of BCC and SCC is 90% of the total cancers. These two types do not spread to the other organs thus impairing their normal functioning. But melanoma has the property of metastazing. Metastazing means spreading of the cancerous cells to the other organs. When SCC is caused then outer lining of the elliptical cells is affected. The BCC and SCC both the diseases are treated in the same way. Melanoma, as the disease is severe compared to the two diseases, it is treated with chemotherapy techniques because the diasese is often spread to the other cells.

Like the other cancers, one should be aware of the skin cancer symptoms and hence we can start the treatment as early as possible. Till today, no one knows the exact symptoms that can be noticed before the occurance of skin cancer, but factors like hereditary, earlier skin cancers can cause cancer easily. One should be aware of these factors. If somebody from the family is already suffering from skin cancer then the other members should take care of. The skin cancer originates from the moles of the skin that is known as dysplastic nevi. The disease is more easily caused to people who are aged. Now-a-days due to the sun exposure and the high level of radiation released by the sun or UV factors skin cancer can be caused very easily. One should avoid the sun burns or apply ointments that protect you from the harmful radiations of the sun.

But yet, the organizations such as WHO are taking steps to reduce the chances of these cancers. In this way, the people all over the world are becoming aware of the spread of the disease. If a person has any doubt regarding his skin problem, he must immediately visit the doctor and take treatments as frequently as possible. Visit http://www.healthcareguide.info for more information on Symptoms of Skin Cancer and How to Prevent Skin Cancer. Looking for Medical / Health Related Content!!! Look No Further. http://www.contnentwriter.info provides unique Health related content at lowest price. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/products-that-protect-and-look-great http://www.artwoo.com/article/products-that-protect-and-look-great#comments Fri, 22 Feb 2008 03:25:01 +0000 skin colorationyouthful appearancenatural suntanning bedsbreast cancertime in the suntargeted solutions http://www.artwoo.com/article/products-that-protect-and-look-great
No matter what you are doing to your face, nothing is as important as what you are putting on it. Protecting your skin by using the right kinds of makeup is not only going to help you have younger and more pretty looking skin, but it is also going to make you look great as well. You'll be able to find products like mascara, lipstick, and foundation and eyeliner that are all going to work together to create a great look for you and for your skin. You are going to want to make sure that your skin always looks great, and there are many ways that you can do this.

Many young people do not realize how important it is to take care of their skin. The fact is that skin cancer can be deadly. While women everywhere are worried sick about ovarian and breast cancer, not many women realize the reality of skin cancer as well. Young women should start realizing the ill effects the sun can have on their skin right away, without delay.

Visible pores and uneven skin coloration often affect those who have spent a lot of time in the sun and the right products can often reduce the darker colors to present a more even appearance as well as bring new life to the skin damaged by ultraviolet rays, whether caused by the natural sun or by tanning beds. Wrinkles and creases often show up around the eyes and lips and targeted solutions can be found during analysis to help reduce or remove them, adding to your youthful appearance. Carl Deveraux is a freelance editor for Lancome Coupons. Read more and find great deals and discounts on Lancome Coupons products at http://www.CouponCart.com/Lancome/index.aspx. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer-are-you-at-high-risk-for-skin-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer-are-you-at-high-risk-for-skin-cancer#comments Thu, 06 Nov 2008 04:29:24 +0000 sun tan lotiondefinite diagnosissevere sunburnsrare phenomenonscaly patchescancer womencancer types http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer-are-you-at-high-risk-for-skin-cancer sun tan lotion while moving out.

Skin cancer is not a rare phenomenon, as people consider it to be. Whilst it's true that staying unprotected in the sun for short duration seldom leads to cancer, you might still face its wrath. Most women get affected with skin cancer after exposing themselves to the sun for a long period of time. As a matter of fact, almost 75% of women diagnosed with it every year have a history of constant sun exposure. Although cancer might occur after severe sunburns, it usually results for many years in the sun.

Do you stay long in an open environment for long periods and get frequently bathed by sun without having any protection on your skin? If you do, then are you at high risk for skin cancer? Again, is there any spot on your skin, which has been bothering you for long? Can it be cancerous? If you even have a feeling that the spot can be cancerous, you should immediately schedule a visit with your doctor!

Definite diagnosis can only be made once a biopsy is performed.

Over 99 percent of women, who are diagnosed with cancer on their skin, have:

Basal cell skin cancer: Women developing these sores find that a pimple or a scab grows on their skin, bleeds or drains, and then scabs again. This cycle is seen to continue repeatedly and has been found tough to heal completely.

Squamous skin cancer: It looks similar to basal carcinomas. They also appear rough and have scaly patches on the skin, which do not disappear.

These 2 cancer types usually appear in nose and similar other regions of the skin, which frequently receives direct rays from the sun. Skin of your nose is very much tender, and can be at high risk for non-melanoma cancer. Both basal cell and squamous skin cancer are treatable, if you choose to remove them surgically.

Usually, women develop non-melanoma cancers on their nose or face. However, sometimes melanoma occurs on their face too. Such cancer types spread rapidly and can be deadly, if it stays undetected and untreated in its initial stages. Sometimes, it's difficult to differentiate the two types. This is the reason why you should see a doctor, whenever you notice something wrong with your skin.

If you have a belief that you are at high risks of skin cancer, you should immediately schedule appointments with your doctor. Skin cancers can be successfully treated, if they are caught in their initial stages.

Your life might totally depend on the early detection and diagnosis of a bothersome sore on the skin. So don't even think about delaying!Orlando Women's Center. Second, And Late Term Abortions Clinic. Dr. James S. Pendergraft opened the Orlando Women's Center in March 1996 to provide a full range of health care for women, including abortions, physical examinations, family planning, counseling, laboratory services. Orlando Women's Center. Second, And Late Term Abortions Clinic.]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/are-we-right-to-be-worried-about-exposing-our-skin-to-the-sun http://www.artwoo.com/article/are-we-right-to-be-worried-about-exposing-our-skin-to-the-sun#comments Mon, 30 Apr 2007 21:00:00 +0000 cause skin cancerweather forecastssunblock lotionunprotectedsunsuns rayssunscreen http://www.artwoo.com/article/are-we-right-to-be-worried-about-exposing-our-skin-to-the-sun sun really that harmful, or is it just another thing to stop us from having a good time? Unfortunately the dangers of the sun on our skin are very real, and as much as we wish we could, it is impossible to go out into direct sunlight without protection and to not suffer any damage at all!

How the Sun Damages Our Skin

The reason why many people ignore the constant warnings is the fact that plenty of people go out in the sun unprotected all the time, and they think that nothing has happened to their skin. They get a tan and they really do not see what the problem is. Skin cancer is something which they think will never happen to them; however they really could not be further from the truth!

Every time you go out into the sun unprotected, you are putting your skin at risk - fact! This is because the suns rays are really damaging to the skin, and a tan is the result of burnt skin. Nobody really looks at a tan that way, they just think that a tan looks healthier, however it really is the result of damaged skin, and as nice as it looks, our skin really is not thanking us for it!

Sunblock lotion was created for a reason, and that was to protect the skin from any unnecessary burning. All sunscreen has a protection factor, and it is recommended that we use at least factor 18 when we go out into the sun, and more if you have fair skin and freckles. A good way to tell which factor sunscreen you will need is to check the daily weather forecasts. Usually they give a UV rating and basically the higher the rating, the higher protection level you will need.

The worst damage we can do to our skin is skin cancer. Staying unprotected in the sun for even half an hour can help to cause skin cancer. It can happen to absolutely everybody, though darker skins have a less likely chance of developing it. The way to tell if you have skin cancer is to look for any unusual moles or changes in existing ones. You should also look out for sores which will not heal on the skin. Sunbeds can also cause skin cancer, though it is a lot rarer.

The final way the sun can damage the skin, is by prematurely aging it. It does this by creating free radicals within the body. The free radicals often cause wrinkles; hence skin which has been exposed to the sun will age a lot quicker than it usually would. Sun spots also often occur in exposed skin.

The sun can also cause our skin to become thicker or thinner in some circumstances, changing the texture of the skin completely. Overall, unprotected skin does not stand much of a chance against the sun, so it is always better to cover up!

How to Stay Safe

The best way to stay safe is to wear sunscreen or to simply cover up completely. However, in such warm temperatures it is often impossible to cover up completely, so sunscreen is always the best option.

Remember that you should reapply the sunscreen after swimming in the sea or pool, and it does need topping up every so often too. Always ensure that you have the right level of protection. As mentioned earlier, it is recommended that you use at least factor 18, though if you have fair skin and freckles, you should use a higher level one just to be safe!

It is still possible to get a tan with sunscreen; it simply stops you from burning that is all. However, if you are not particularly bothered about a sun tan, sun block may be your best protection. It is more protective than sunscreen, but it does not let you get a tan.

Overall, it is better to be safe than sorry so always make sure you wear either sunscreen or sun block! Keep yourself looking great with these skin care tips from http://www.NaturalElements.co.uk You can now get the very latest information on Natural Skin Care by subscribing with RSS ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/be-informed-how-online-articles-on-lung-cancer-can-help http://www.artwoo.com/article/be-informed-how-online-articles-on-lung-cancer-can-help#comments Wed, 22 Nov 2006 10:27:06 +0000 lung cancercancer stickscause cancerkick the habitbad habitsecond hand smokecigarettes http://www.artwoo.com/article/be-informed-how-online-articles-on-lung-cancer-can-help lung cancer. It is caused by smoking and being around those who smoke. This is clear as day.

What else do you need to know before you stop sucking on cancer sticks. Maybe you just haven't read the right articles on lung cancer. I tell you what, pop open your favorite search engine and punch in the word smoking. You will find all sorts of stuff that may even surprise you or further educate you. It's time to kick the habit.

I can remember back in middle school when I always liked hanging out at my friend's house. He was my closest friend after all, and it was always a blast to talk and shoot pool with him. However, one thing I didn't care for is the way that his folks always smoked in the house. This made the house reek and it was almost unbearable. It wasn't until I was older that I actually thought about this. They were totally imposing their bad habit on their son and two daughters.

Whether they planned it or not, they were infusing their children with second hand smoke. This is quite sad. Not only could this cause cancer, but it often leads to passing on the habit. Now that the three children are grown, they all smoke. What a big surprise. Parents who use cigarettes have children who use cigarettes. Okay, I just had to toss that in there. It's like the old cocaine profitable with the dad who tackle his son about using drugs, only to find out that the son learned it from watching him.

Have you read any good articles on lung cancer lately? Let me tell you, this illness is becoming an epidemic. Heck, I even see individuals with holes in their necks that still smoke. That's just wrong. If you are a smoker of any kind, then I suggest you take a gander at some of the more recent articles on lung cancer.

You'll find that most of them are connected to smoking. It's like skin cancer and the sun. You'd think people would get a clue by now. Just to be on the aware side, hop on your laptop today and find out a little more about cancer and what causes it. Choose from articles on lung cancer, skin cancer, breast cancer and more. It pays to be in the know. John Wellington provides readers with up-to-date commentaries, articles, and reviews for http://www.allhealthcarearticles.com, http://www.completehealthdirectory.com as well as other related information. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer-the-different-types http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer-the-different-types#comments Fri, 11 Aug 2006 18:27:12 +0000 melanoma skin cancernon melanoma skin cancersquamous cell carcinomabasal cell carcinomadepletion of the ozone layerbare essentialscancerous cells http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer-the-different-types
All we do then was spray SunIn on our hair and stay out in the sun for an hour or at most two. The dialogue inevitably shifted to how that practice is practically impossible now, thanks to the depletion of the ozone layer to such an extent that there is virtually no screen between the earth and the harsh and sometimes fatal rays of the sun.

I know am boring you stiff with unnecessary tales, as this should be a platform for information about skin cancer. But the little narration does hold some evidence against chemicals in health and beauty products, and it certainly describes the lethal effect of the sun rays as a potential cause of our subject. But since none of us are trained medical practioners, experts or specialists, our information on the forms of skin cancer will be restricted to the bare essentials.

Basically, only three forms of skin cancer are known : Basal Cell Carcinoma, which is also known as non-melanoma skin cancer, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, and Melanoma.

Cancerous cells known as melanoma grow in the melanocytes, which are the cells that are responsible for skin pigmentation. The University of Maryland and other reputable experts rates melanoma as the rarest and the most virulent of all forms of skin cancer. People with fair skin, light hair, and light eyes have an appreciable amount of these cells, though it can be present in people with other complexions too.

Indeed experts asserted that folks with dark brown and black skin are not exempted. The clear symptoms to look out for include a mole changing color, its size, shape or state-- if it starts bleeding, or moles that are either itchy, hard, lumpy, swollen or tender when touched.

The onset of Squamous cell carcinoma commonly starts as a scaly patch of skin that appears to be red. they can also be in form of nodules. Amongst the three forms of skin cancer, Squamous, which affects Caucasians is the second most popular and appears either on the ear rims, face, lips or mouths.

Basal Cell Carcinoma is another form of skin cancer and usually begins as a small fleshy nodule, and it frequently appear on the head, neck, or hands. Basal cell carcinoma which also typically affects Caucasians, is the most virulent form in the U.S amongst the three forms of skin cancer. It is estimated that it accounts for 90% of the victims.

My mother had the bad fortune of having the second of the most common form of skin cancer right on her lip. Initially she was teased that it was herpes. But she figured out quickly that it was what is known as a sun blister, and she was even faster in consulting with a specialist. That surely is cheerful news, which will give you hope as you wail the days lost picnicking, swimming, and bathing under the sun. Bill Johnson http://www.cancer-treatment-01.com http://www.skin-health-magazine.com ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/wake-up-and-start-using-sun-screens http://www.artwoo.com/article/wake-up-and-start-using-sun-screens#comments Thu, 03 Aug 2006 16:27:11 +0000 sun screenssun rayssun shadingsun shadessun screenskin cancerbeneficial http://www.artwoo.com/article/wake-up-and-start-using-sun-screens beneficial to the body, as it can be a source of vitamin D. But too much exposure to the sun will certainly damage the skin.

The primary destructive agents are the Ultraviolet A (UVA) and Ultraviolet B (UVB), both are constituents of sunlight, and are the major cause of skin cancer, altered pigmentation, dilated blood vessels, and textural changes of the skin. And when you combine all these anomalies, the result is an aging skin. When someone with sunburn further exposes himself to the sun without sunscreen protection, he is damaging his skin and increasing the odds of him getting skin cancer.

The same holds for the process of tanning, because each exposure further damages the skin, regardless of whether the skin is sunburned or not. It is due to this that experts asserted that no skin tanning is really safe.

Over the years, several types of sun screens have been produced with built in capabilities to protect the skin from the damaging rays of the sun. When sun screens are worn properly, and regularly, they can provide maximum protection from sun rays. But nothing still beats staying out of the sun to avoid damage to your skin, regardless of whether you are wearing a sun screen, hat, or protective clothing.

A marvel about sun screens is their versatility, because they are just not limited to be applied on the skin. There are other variants of sun screens like window tinting, sun shades, and several other sun protective devices for the home and automobiles. For house owners in warmer parts of the U.S, owning sun screens is vital, because the intensity of the sun in these areas is severe.

So it is common sight to see such things as window tinting on cars, and light filtering curtains. Many businesses that specialized in the production of sun shading items for the home and offices are widely available in those areas.

Owning sun screen is very important for almost everyone, avid sun and tan lovers inclusive. It is a grave error to think that you cannot get skin cancer from exposure to the sun; the graveyard is full of people who had the same thought.

It is very easy to apply sun screen to your skin, and it is probably the cheapest way to protect yourself and family from the sun. Because of their very easy mode of application to the skin, sun screen are now an integral part of facial, lip, and body moisturizing products.

Remember, you will have no chance to reverse the effects of a damaged skin such as skin cancer, so the practical way to prevent this is by using sun screens to protect yourself from the sun. By Kyle Greatbatch http://www.skin-bright.com ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer-protectors-uv-blocking-sun-screens-and-sun-protective-clothing http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer-protectors-uv-blocking-sun-screens-and-sun-protective-clothing#comments Fri, 15 Aug 2008 21:22:20 +0000 sun screen lotionspf ratinguvb rayssun protection factoruv radiationtanning bedsultraviolet protection http://www.artwoo.com/article/skin-cancer-protectors-uv-blocking-sun-screens-and-sun-protective-clothing tanning beds, immunosuppressant's, exposure to high levels of x-rays, and contact with certain chemicals. Does this mean you can't go outside anymore or have x-rays done? No, of course not. But you do need to educate yourself of the best way to protect your skin for harmful rays. We've all heard of sun screen lotion. You can get it with different SPF's (sun protection factor). But did you know that the SPF rating in sun screen lotion is only for UVB rays (ultraviolet B)? UVB's are what cause the actual sun burn on the skin. But it is the UVA (ultraviolet A) rays that cause the skin cancer, and the SPF labels on lotions don't have this information listed. So what is a person to do? The experts advise using a "broad-spectrum" sunscreen that can protect against both UVB and UVA. So how can you do this, if the UVA information in a lotion isn't available? Well, there are other ways to help prevent skin damage.

The clothing you wear is a huge factor. UPF ratings have been created to rate the ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) of clothing, which measures the amount of UV radiation that passes through the fabric of our clothing. So a UPF of 10 means that one tenth of the sun's UV rays pass through the fabric. The darker and more tightly weaved the fabric, the more likely it is to protect against the UVA/B rays. Likewise, the lighter and more loosely woven, the more likely it is to offer less protection against UVA/B rays. You also want to know that if the fabric gets wet, the protection factor is cut in half! Also, if you are working out in the sun and sweating or are swimming, keep in mind that the sweat and water dilutes the protection of the SPF lotion and UPF clothing.

You will want to apply sun screen lotion about every two hours you are in the sun. It also wouldn't be a bad idea to wear a t-shirt under your clothing. You might think that wearing layers in the summer is crazy, but in super hot climates, people do just that. They wear light weight clothing layers under a darker outer garment so when you sweat, the wind or breeze blowing across your body helps to cool you down. This also helps the UV rays to not penetrate through the clothing.

Another way to aid sun screen lotion and clothing in protecting your skin is to wear a hat. A wide brimmed hat that covers your face, ears, neck and shoulders is ideal. A baseball hat only protects parts of your face. It leaves your ears, neck and sides of your face still exposed to the sun's rays. Using common sense and staying in the shade when possible if you have to be outside can also help prevent damage to your skin.Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer people get. Everyone should submit to skin cancer screening when necessary. Jessica Sanders is a freelance writer for http://www.SkinCancerInfoLine.com and offers insightful information regarding skin cancer protection, biopsies and treatments.]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-mens-issue-to-be-concerned-with-prostate-cancer http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-mens-issue-to-be-concerned-with-prostate-cancer#comments Fri, 04 Jan 2008 14:30:00 +0000 american cancer societymaintaining a healthy lifestyleprostate examinationsdoctors visitsmens healthprostate cancerhealth forums http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-mens-issue-to-be-concerned-with-prostate-cancer prostate cancer very seriously, thinking it's a mens issue and it isn't something that they need to be concerned with. Still, if you have a man in your family, it's definitely something you need to be aware of. Most guys don't look forward to the birthday that makes them old enough to need regular prostate examinations. It's not a good time, but they could save your life by catching the cancer in its early stages. Prostate cancer is the second most popular cancer in American men, second only to skin cancer. Fortunately, it doesn't need to be deadly.

Though it's a mens issue because it doesn't affect women, prostate cancer can have devastating effects on a family. About one in six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point in his lifetime, but since nine out of ten of the time it's caught in a local or regional area it's not extremely deadly. However, if it has spread to locations like the bone it becomes increasingly more difficult to treat. One in thirty five men will die as a result of prostate cancer. Still, the American Cancer Society estimates that more than 27,000 men will die of prostate cancer in the year 2007.

While the statistics may be scary, at least there's hope. Prostate cancer is one of the cancers that is easiest to catch with regular doctors visits and examinations. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle will make you less likely to get cancer during your lifetime, as well as help prevent heart attacks, strokes and a slew of other ailments that are considered a mens issue. It's always best to refrain from smoking or using smokeless tobacco, exercise regularly and eat a well balanced diet. As long as you're aware of the symptoms of prostate and other cancers, you can take an active step in making sure if you do get cancer, it's caught in an early stage. For more great mens issue advice, visit the Mens Health Forums. It's free to join, so visit http://www.MensHealthForums.com/ and become a member today! ]]>