Skin Cancer

New Cream Could Clear Skin Cancer Without Surgery

The Huffington Post UK | Kyrsty Hazell | Posted 06.01.2012 | UK Lifestyle

Italian scientists have discovered a new, non-surgical skin cancer treatment using radioactive 'paint' which could save up to 3,000 lives a year - and...

Skin Cancer Study Makes 'Encouraging' Gene Discovery

PA | Posted 02.12.2011 | UK Lifestyle

Scientists have said an "encouraging" discovery has been made in the fight against the most dangerous form of skin cancer. A team fr...

The 5p Beta-Blocker Pill That Helps Prevent Cancer Tumour Growth

Kyrsty Hazell | Posted 10.12.2011 | UK Lifestyle

A tablet costing a mere five pence a day could be the key to stopping deadly cancer tumours developing, recent research published in the Cancer Epidem...

Sun's Rays More Harmful Than Previously Thought, Says Study

Georgia James | Posted 07.12.2011 | UK Lifestyle

UVA rays, emitted by the sun and tanning beds, are more dangerous than previously thought, according to new research. Although associated with pre...

One In Six Women Believe Fake Tan Protects Against Sun Damage

Georgia James | Posted 20.11.2011 | UK Lifestyle

Millions of women are putting their lives at risk because of a mistaken belief that a spray tan will protect them from the sun’s harmful rays. On...

New Hope For Breast Cancer And Skin Cancer Sufferers

The Huffington Post UK | Georgia James | Posted 22.10.2011 | UK Lifestyle

This week sees double hope for cancer sufferers as breakthroughs are reported in the treatment of both breast cancer and skin cancer. Fresh hope fo...

How Caffeine Could Save You From Skin Cancer

www.guardian.co.uk | Posted 15.10.2011 | UK Lifestyle

Scientists have worked out how caffeine might protect against certain skin cancers – a finding that could lead to better sunscreens. ...

The Importance of Being Brown

Sue Hedges | Posted 10.10.2011 | UK Lifestyle
Sue Hedges

Women have always gone to huge lengths to be brown. There is no doubt that a suntan makes you feel better, thinner. Clothes that you would ordinarily not dare to wear suddenly look gorgeous again.