By John EvansJun 19, 20202 minMost parents aware of children’s sun-protection needsIn a press release, the AAD revealed that some 74% of surveyed U.S. parents reported that they worry more about sun protection with their ch
by Cory PerlaMay 13, 20201 minDigital face-aging app may help curb risky tanning behavioursAfter viewing photos of their faces that had been digitally aged, students enrolled in a study changed their sun tanning behaviours, accordi
By John EvansOct 28, 20192 minPotential long-lasting UV blocker for sunscreens identifiedProfessor Vasilios Stavros from the University of Warwick, Department of Chemistry, said in a press release: “A really good sunscreen absorb
by Cory PerlaOct 16, 20191 minStudy Finds Skin Cancer Prevention Campaign to Be EffectiveA new study has provided evidence that skin cancer prevention campaigns may be effective in reducing melanoma.
Dhiren MahibanJul 15, 20192 minStudy shows need for customized skin cancer prevention programsMore comprehensive skin cancer prevention programs could reach a more diverse population, with the goal of reducing new skin cancers among a
By John EvansJun 7, 20192 minUV photos of sun damage promote protection through fearUltraviolet (UV) photographs appear to encourage sun-safe behaviour through eliciting a fear response, researchers report.
by Cory PerlaMay 24, 20191 minStudy: Homemade Sunscreen Recipes Found on Pinterest May Leave Skin VulnerableIneffective recipes for homemade sunscreens are being praised on social media platforms such as Pinterest, according to a new study.
By John EvansMay 3, 20192 minSun protection still low in half of U.S. population“Nearly 20 Americans die from melanoma every day,” said board-certified dermatologist and AAD president Dr. George J. Hruza, in the release.