Skin Cancer
Spotlight Health: Skin Cancer
Interview with actor Roger Moore on his experiences with skin damage and what he's learned about the causes of these conditions. www.spotlighthealth.com
Bio Comics
Take a comic book adventure inside the human body with Captain Biography as he faces off against smoking, HIV asthma, anabolic steroids, skin cancer and biological villans inspired by real-life health threats. Kids can face Sinister Smoke in an interactive games section endorsed by the American Cancer Society. www.timpetersandcompany.com
Skin cancer treatments debated
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Safe and Sound Skin
Addresses prevention, detection and treatment issues related to skin cancer. www.safeandsoundskin.com
Study: Skin cancer linked to other cancers
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Skin Cancer Guide.ca
Offers content on prevention, a discussion of types and treatment options. www.skincancerguide.ca
Discovery Online -- Planet Earth Cams: Sunburn Cam
Maps showing the total amount of UV radiation reaching the surface of the Earth, the Erythermal Exposure Index. Extensive UV exposure can cause skin cancer and blinding cataracts in the eyes of humans and other animals. www.discovery.com
Smoking Increases Skin Cancer Risk
Tobacco products triple the risk of developing a common form of skin cancer, according to a new study. www.telegraph.co.uk:80
Cancer Research Foundation of America (CRFA)
Dedicated to cancer prevention through scientific research and education. CRFA is a national non-profit organization focusing on preventable cancers such as colon, breast, cervix, prostate, lung and skin through education and by funding grants and fellowships. www.preventcancer.org
The Sun and Your Skin
Gives information on sun protection and skin cancer. yourskinandsun.com
DermIS
A comprehensive online dermatology internet service for healthcare professionals and patients. Provides access to large atlases, a whole range of information on rosacea and skin cancer, dermatology lectures and case reports. A cooperation between Heidelberg and Erlangen universities, Germany. www.dermis.net
Chicago Dermatological Society-CDS
Member's directory, affiliated associations, patients advocacy, skin cancer screening events, Illinois Dermatological Society, how to join and members only section. www.chicagoderm.org
Wine Spectator: Red-Wine Compound Shows Potential for Fighting Skin Cancer
A recent lab experiment, published in 'Cancer Letters', has found that found that resveratrol, a polyphenol found in grapes, red wine and peanuts, was able to destroy skin cancer cells. www.winespectator.com
Dr. Steven Powell, M.D
Specialized in skin cancer and Mohs Surgery, this dermatologist presents his services including cosmetic dermatology.Ocala Florida. www.drstevenpowell.com
Memorial Sloan-Kettering: Skin Cancer
Overview of the subject from this New York City institution. www.mskcc.org
Stuart H. Kaplan, MD
Discusses services performed from California based office. Including laser surgery, tattoo removal, chemical peels, botox, collagen, dermalogen, leg vein therapy, propecia, and skin cancer treatment. www.skindoc.net
Ladies Home Journal: Cancer
Links to articles about skin and breast tumors. www.lhj.com
eMedicine Health: Skin Cancer
Consumer health resource provides an overview of the conditions including causes, symptoms and treatment. www.emedicinehealth.com
Academic Dermatology & Skin Cancer Institute of Chicago
Dermatologist certified to treat skin cancer with Mohs micrographic surgery. Also offers hair transplantation, laser hair removal, botox and collagen injections. www.adsci.com
Dermatology Associates of Tyler
Treatment for Skin Cancer, Acne, and Cosmetic Services like; laser hair removal, facial rejuvenation laser peels, chemical peels, micro dermabrasion for skin care patients in East Texas. www.EastTexasDermatology.com
Skin oncology teaching center
A skin tumor atlas( 400 images), fundamentals of dermoscopy, Dr A. Kopf lectures, melanoma risk factors, diagnosis and classification, skin cancer statistics and information for general public. www.dermoncology.com
Laser and Dermatologic Surgery Center
Offers information on dermatologic surgery services including laser surgery, Mohs micrographic surgery for skin cancer and cosmetic dermatologic surgery. Located in Chesterfield. www.lasersurgeryusa.com
CancerBACKUP: Understanding Skin Cancer
Information in a booklet form by this UK organization including diagnosis, treatment and resources. www.cancerbacup.org.uk
Skin Hero
Comic character presents information about skin cancer aimed primarily for children with an emphasis on prevention. www.geocities.com
Norman R. Harris, II, MD, FACS
Dr. Harris is a board certified surgeon who specializes in plastic surgery and hand surgery. Immediate consults are available regarding problems of the hand, wrist and forearm. Reconstructive surgery for breast cancer, skin cancer, congenital defects and trauma. harris.ehcmd.com
Cold virus may be skin cancer cure
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Dr. Ashley Minas
Offers online medical consultation and advice, latest medical news, atlas of anatomy and skin diseases, cancer risk and diabetes charts. English and Russian. www.consultdrminas.com
Florida Skin Cancer and Dermatology Specialists
Robert A. Skidmore, M.D presents his practice and range of services, Gainesville, Florida. florida-skin-cancer.com
Sunnybrook and Womens Health Sciences Centre
The Women s Health Matters Cancer Centre explains how cancers are diagnosed, reviews treatment options and details coping and prevention strategies. Women can use this site to learn about lung, breast, cervical, endometrial, colorectal and skin cancers. www.womenshealthmatters.ca
InteliHealth: Skin Cancer
Includes basic information, prevention, treatment options and an ask-the-expert section. www.intelihealth.com
Rather reveals treatment for skin cancer
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Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center
Program of preventive skin cancer screenings administered by physicians, complemented by educational seminars and informational literature. www.wfubmc.edu
Skin Cancer and Benign Tumor Image Atlas
A skin tumor image database from the Loyola university dermatology medical education network. www.meddean.luc.edu
MedicineNet: Skin Cancer
Presents general information, articles, news and links. www.medicinenet.com
University of Maryland Medicine Skin Cancer Guide
Causes, sunscreen facts, prevention, treatments and medical center services. www.umm.edu
Basal Cell Carcinoma Clinical Trial
Outlines aspects of this research study for skin cancer with the agent Verteporfin. www.mbccstudy.com
Melanoma Research Project Network
Comprehensive information on prevention, diagnosis and treatment of melanoma and skin cancer. Includes decision-finding and self-examination modules, interactive sessions, publications, and links to related sites. [May not support all browsers.] www.melresproj.com
Skin Cancer Treatment Alternative Using Topical Pancreatin Enzymes
Describes home remedy using a popular contact lens cleaning solution mixed with aloe vera gel. www.topicalinfo.org
Cancer Treatment Centers of America: Skin
Information about these conditons from this multi-site institution. skin.cancercenter.com
Applied Genetics Inc., Dermatics
A private biopharmaceutical company focusing on DNA repair technology, dermatology, liposome diagnosis, skin cancer research and early cancer diagnosis and the lifestyle enhancement market. www.agiderm.com
Understanding Skin Cancer
General information about the condition including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and support. From the Cancer Council of New South Wales, Australia. www.cancercouncil.com.au
Project S.A.F.E.T.Y.
Educational CD-ROM about skin cancer awareness designed for fourth to ninth grade teachers through the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. www.mdanderson.org
Cancer Salves
Alternative cancer treatments such as cancer salves, cancer diets, bloodroot, black salve and Essiac tea are expertly described as skin cancer, melanoma, and breast cancer alternative treatments. www.cancersalves.com
Dermal Screening Centers
Educational site that deals with the issues of skin cancer. www.dermalscreen.com
ACS: Non-melanoma Skin Cancer
The American Cancer Society presents overview knowledge of the subject. www.cancer.org
Bryan C.Schultz, M.D
Practice information and patient pamphlets on ClearLigh, spider veins, moles, melanoma and skin cancer, Oak Park, Illinois. www.drschultzonskin.com
MedicineNet: Focus on Skin
Offers information on skin disorders written for patients experiencing acne, skin cancer, dermatitis and other skin conditions. Includes tests, procedures, and articles. www.medicinenet.com
Study reaffirms sun lamps' link to skin cancer risk
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