Tag Archives: skin cancer

Photo Reveals Shocking Sun Damage To Mans Face

We hear about skin cancer and the damage the sun does to our skin but this photo should make it a little easier to grasp for people like myself who worship the sun. The man in the photo is a … Continue reading

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FDA Approves Melanoma Finding Device

The Food And Drug Administration has approved the first of its kind device that takes digital images of skin abnormalities and analyzes them using a computer. The approved device is called MelaFind and dermatologists will soon use this high tech equipment … Continue reading

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New Drug “Zelboraf” Approved By The FDA For Melanoma Treatment

The FDA has approved a new drug yesterday (08-17-11) for the treatment of melanoma. Zelboraf (Vemurafenib) was approved for one of the deadliest forms of melanoma. Zelboraf targets a gene mutation that’s found in about half of the melanoma patients. Dr. … Continue reading

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