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Genes show how much sun exposure could lead to melanoma
For those at high genetic risk, sun exposure in childhood is a strong contributing factor while people at low genetic risk develop melanoma
By Dhiren Mahiban
Nov 25, 20192 min read


Identifying hyperhotspots in genome could be key in preventative skin cancer treatment
A new study has identified areas in the human genome that are more sensitive to ultraviolet radiation.
by Cory Perla
Nov 20, 20191 min read


Weight Loss Surgery May Reduce Risk of Skin Cancer
New research has pointed to a link between bariatric surgery and a patient’s likelihood of developing squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
by Cory Perla
Nov 13, 20191 min read


Some skin cancers may start in hair follicles
Past models of the disease suggested that sunlight was a major risk factor for melanoma, but current research argues that the triggers are a
By Dhiren Mahiban
Nov 4, 20193 min read
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