Cutaneous melanoma, the most aggressive form of skin cancer, is characterized by its accumulation of a large number of ...

They trim our hair, polish our nails and ease our tired muscles - but beauticians, manicurists, hairdressers and barbers can ...

There are new signs that a dangerous fungus is once again on the move. Candida auris is a type of yeast that can cause ...

The most common cause of skin cancer (both melanoma and non-melanoma) is ultraviolet (UV) light, according to the NHS. UV light comes from the sun and is also used in sunbeds. Skin cancer is more ...

Methylene glycol has been found to be toxicologically equivalent to formaldehyde, also used in hair-straightening treatments ...

Researchers have discovered that cancer cells suppress 'poison exons' -- genetic elements that act as an off switch for protein production -- in a key gene called TRA2 , promoting tumor growth. By ...

A dermatologist has warned that a specific mark on your nail could be a sign of a serious health problem – so it's important to consult a medical professional fast ...

A dermatologist has spoken about a red flag you can spot if you look at your nails – and urged people to call a health professional if they notice it. Here's why ...

Living in Arizona provides the opportunity for amazing outdoor recreation and year-round sunshine. Because of this year-round ...

The free screening is intended for those who have never been screened for skin cancer. This is a head-to-toe skin screening with Winona Health Dermatologist Chad Weaver, M.D., and Erin Hanson, CNP.

Occasionally, these crystals can also clump together around the joint in masses (called tophi) that look like small nodules beneath the skin. Gout is often found in the big toe, but can also affect ...

After a patient has undergone treatment for cancer, they may be told that the disease is either in "remission" or that they have been "cured." But there's a distinction between these terms.