Fox News – May 16
About 3.5 million cases of skin cancer will be diagnosed this year. As a general rule, SPF 15 blocks 93 percent of UVB rays, SPF 30 blocks 97 percent and SPF 50 blocks 98 percent. Doctors now typically recommend at least SPF 30—at least being the key words. If you have a family...Full Post
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The Golden Rules of Sun Protection – Beth Janes
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Should You Request the Genetic Test That Angelina Jolie Opted For? – Gary Drevitch
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PBS Next Avenue – May 16
Angelina Jolie was found to have a mutation in the gene known as BRCA1. Mutations in that gene, and another known as BRCA2, are estimated to be the cause of 5 to 10 percent of breast cancers and 10 to 15 percent of ovarian cancers among white women in the United States. "These...Full Post -
Lifesaver Jolie Inspires Gals to Call Docs – Rebecca Rosenberg
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New York Post – May 15
City oncologists yesterday were flooded with calls about genetic screening and the kind of preventative double mastectomy Angelina Jolie revealed she underwent after testing positive for a gene mutation that indicates a likelihood of breast and ovarian cancer. Dr. Elisa Port of The Mount Sinai Medical Center...Full Post -
Little Miss Sunshine – Diane Herbst
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The New York Post– May 15
Despite dire warnings about an increased risk of skin cancer, sun worshippers will still flock to the beach this summer. But can you be a healthy sun worshipper? “There really is no safe way to go out into the sun,” said Joshua Zeichner, MD, Director of Cosmetic and C...Full Post -
Breast Cancer Doctor: What Are Options For High-Risk Women
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CBS This Morning – May 15
Dr. Elisa Port, of The Mount Sinai Hospital, talks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about Angelina Jolie and what you should know about mastectomies and BRCA gene testing. “I think what is so interesting about this story, is a woman of her stature has decided to do this,...Full Post -
Will a Peanut-Allergic Child Also React to Chickpeas? - Dr. Scott Sicherer
On May 13
Allergic Living – May 2013
It is true that there is a “higher” risk of a chickpea allergy in a child with peanut allergy, but I do not agree with a blanket statement that this food should be avoided for everyone with a peanut allergy. In fact, there is a “higher” risk of egg and milk allergy in...Full Post -
Eating Peppers Tied to Lower Parkinson's Risk
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Health24 – May 10
Eating vegetables that naturally contain nicotine, such as peppers and tomatoes, may reduce your risk of developing Parkinson's disease, according to a new study published May 9 in the journal Annals of Neurology. Although the study found an association between consumption of certain nicotine-containing...Full Post -
Melanoma Skin Cancer Infographic
On May 10
It is estimated that 75,000 new cases of melanoma are diagnosed in the U.S. eachyear. Learn about the risk factors, symptoms, and treatments for this dangerous form of skin cancer. Learn more about skin cancer.
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Nanostim’s Mini Wireless Pacemaker Shows Promise in Study – Michelle Fay Cortez
On May 09
Bloomberg – May 8
Nanostim Inc.’s miniaturized pacemaker, a device the size of a AAA battery placed entirely in the heart, appeared promising in its first human trials. The lack of wires known as leads removes a source of complications since they can become infected, dislodged or damaged, said...Full Post -
Promises from the Powder Room
On May 07
New York Times – May 6
Long associated with grandmothers and a dusty, chalky look, face powder has lately been getting a makeover. Some companies are saying that the product is not only a cosmetic, but also a face treatment, and are loading it with SPF, antioxidants and vitamins. “There’s a real science to...Full Post
