Heating lamps for permanent varnishes: beware of cancer!
UVA rays emitted by heat lamps, used to dry semi-permanent nail polish, could promote the appearance of skin cancer. THE ...
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Skin cancer: this diet would help fight it
Researchers have revealed that the Mediterranean diet may improve response rates to immunotherapy in patients affected by skin cancer. THE ...
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Skin cancer: a new device for diagnosis without sampling
A new technique for diagnosing skin cancer without sampling has just been developed. It could reduce the number of painful ...
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Eating less meat does reduce the risk of cancer
A new study conducted by the University of Oxford points to the lower overall cancer risk of people who have ...
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Melanoma: a diet rich in fiber could improve the effectiveness of immunotherapy
A high fiber diet would be better for people with melanoma and especially if they are undergoing immunotherapy treatment. THE ...
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Palm oil: an accelerator of metastases?
Palmitic acid, a fatty acid commonly used in palm oil but also sometimes in butter and olive oil, would promote ...
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The dangers of permanent hair removal
Eye lesions, pigmentation disorders, delayed diagnosis of skin cancer… Pulsed light hair removal would be harmful to health. THE ESSENTIAL ...
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Infographic: how to protect yourself from the summer sun
In the heart of summer, it is very important to protect children from the rays, and to protect yourself from ...
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Cancer vaccine: human trials have begun
German biotech company BioNTech has launched phase II of a new clinical trial for its skin cancer vaccine candidate, which ...
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True or false ? 7 misconceptions about skin cancer deciphered
While many misconceptions circulate on the issue, Why Doctor explains to you, with the National Syndicate of Dermatologists-Venereologists, how to ...
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Deconfinement: dermatologists warn against excessive sun exposure
Even if we all want to be outside, we must not forget the basic rules with the sun: no exposure ...
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Melanoma: early detection and follow-up of families at risk
People who have a high hereditary risk of melanoma should receive early detection for this skin cancer. THE ESSENTIAL About ...
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Soon a vaccine against skin cancer?
American scientists are trying to stimulate the production of the protein "TR1" with antioxidant properties for the skin. Their goal ...
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Exceptional patient: surgeons discover two jugular veins instead of one
The internal jugular vein is a deep vein in the neck, the section of which can cause fatal hemorrhage. THE ...
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Melanoma: immunotherapy before surgery limits the risk of relapse
Administering immunotherapy just before an operation drastically eliminates any risk of relapse. This risk is almost nil if the patient's ...
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Skin cancer cases have skyrocketed in recent decades
In the UK, the rate of skin cancer between 1981 and 2018 increased by over 550% in men and 250% ...
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Dermatology: why black skins are treated differently from others
At a conference dedicated to the dermatology of dark skin, healthcare professionals shared with their colleagues the best practices to ...
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Burns, cancers, endometriosis: tanning booths are definitely bad for your health
Tanning booths promote endometriosis, a chronic inflammatory disease that is very disabling on a daily basis for women who suffer ...
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Melanoma: a blood marker helps optimize treatment
The level of tumor DNA circulating in the blood would determine the intensity of treatment necessary to treat melanoma. THE ...
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Skin cancer: predicting the aggressiveness of tumors by analyzing the tissues around the cells
By studying two forms of skin cancer, basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, researchers have discovered that the physical ...
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These small daily gestures that reduce our risk of cancer
Adopting the right gestures on a daily basis reduces the risk of developing cancer by 40% during one's life. THE ...
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Three times more skin cancers: watch out for the Breton sun
With 64 deaths on average each year, Brittany is the French region most affected by skin cancer, mainly caused by ...
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Summer holidays: the French still do not protect themselves enough from the sun
The sun is the main cause of skin cancer in France, favoring in particular the appearance of melanoma. THE ESSENTIAL ...
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Cancer screening: 76% of French people will now pay more attention to their health after the Covid-19 crisis
A study by Inca reveals that 76% of French people will pay more attention to their health following the crisis ...
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Skin cancer: soon a patch to treat it
Researchers at Purdue University in the United States have just developed a new treatment option for melanoma: a skin patch ...
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Skin cancer: are dark skin really less at risk?
Many people think that dark and black skin tones are safe from the ravages of the sun. However, if the ...
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Skin cancers: how to choose the right sun protection?
With the arrival of sunny days, it is essential to use effective sun protection. Why Doctor explains to you how ...
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Skin cancer: how to recognize a suspicious mole?
A melanoma develops in 20 to 30% of cases from the malignant development of a mole. What signs should alert? ...
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Skin cancer: there are three different types
The skin cancer screening week, which was to be held from May 11 to 15, has been suspended due to ...
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Skin cancer: early detection increases chances of survival
The skin cancer screening week, which was to be held from May 11 to 15, has been suspended due to ...
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