61. EMedicine Health - Overview skin cancer is the most common of all human cancers. Some form of skin cancer is diagnosed in more than 1 million people in the United States each year. http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/13593-1.asp

Search June 11, 2004 Registration Healthcare Professionals High cholesterol can affect children. Is your child at risk? About 1 million people in the United States have Crohn disease. What are treatment options? Is there a connection between IBD and Crohn Disease? About one third of those with diabetes do not know they have it. Are you one? Two million or more Americans have schizophrenia. Is someone you love affected? One third of those with asthma are children. What are the symptoms and triggers? Asthma Cholesterol Crohn Disease Diabetes ... Mental Health You are in: Cancer and Tumors Skin Cancer Overview Skin cancer is the most common of all human cancers. Some form of skin cancer is diagnosed in more than 1 million people in the United States each year. Cancer occurs when normal cells undergo a transformation during which they grow and multiply without normal controls. As the cells multiply, they form a mass called a tumor. Tumors of the skin are often referred to as lesions. Tumors are cancerous only if they are malignant. This means that they encroach on and invade neighboring tissues (especially lymph nodes) because of their uncontrolled growth. They may also travel to remote organs via the bloodstream.

62. Skin Cancer Search our database by Health Topic or enter your own keywords. skin cancer. Printerfriendly version PDF file, 94 Kb. What is skin cancer? http://www.4woman.gov/faq/skincancer.htm

Search our database by Health Topic or enter your own keywords SKIN CANCER Printer-friendly version PDF file, 94 Kb] What is skin cancer? Why should I be concerned about skin cancer? Where can I learn more about skin cancer? What is skin cancer? Cancer is a disease in which certain body cells don't function right, divide very fast, and produce too much tissue that forms a tumor. The skin is the body's largest organ. It protects us against heat, light, injury, and infection. It regulates body temperature and stores water, fat, and vitamin D. The two most common kinds of skin cancer are basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. The most serious kind of skin cancer is called melanoma. Why should I be concerned about skin cancer? Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. The number of new cases of skin cancer appears to be rising each year. The number of deaths due to skin cancer, though, is fairly small. The good news is that skin cancer is now almost 100% curable if found early and treated promptly. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is the main cause of skin cancer. Artificial sources of UV radiation, such as sunlamps and tanning booths, can also cause skin cancer. Although anyone can get skin cancer, the risk is greatest for people who have fair skin that freckles easily often those with red or blond hair and blue or light-colored eyes. Most skin cancers appear after age 50, but the sun's damaging effects begin at an early age. So, protection should start in childhood to prevent skin cancer later in life.

63. NCI Publication - What You Need To Know About (tm) Skin Cancer What You Need To Know About (tm) Logo, skin cancer, National Cancer Institute Logo, NIH Publication No. Blue Arrow to Top of Page Types of skin cancer. http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/cic_text/health/skin-cancer/skcancer.htm

Return to Federal Citizen Information Center Home Page Skin Cancer NIH Publication No. 95-1564 Posted: 9/28/1998 Introduction The Skin What Is Cancer? Types of Skin Cancer ... Dictionary Introduction Each year, about a million people in the United States learn that they have skin cancer . This National Cancer Institute (NCI) booklet will give you some important information about this disease. It explains how skin cancer is diagnosed and treated and has information about preventing this disease. Words that may be new to readers appear in italics . Definitions of these words and other terms related to skin cancer can be found in the Dictionary . For some words, a "sounds-like" spelling is also given. Other NCI booklets are listed in the Other Booklets section. Our materials cannot answer every question you may have about skin cancer. They cannot take the place of talks with doctors, nurses, and other members of the health care team. We hope our information will help with those talks. Research has led to better methods of diagnosing and treating this disease. It is encouraging to know that skin cancer is now almost 100 percent curable if found early and treated promptly.

64. James C Powers MD Dr. Powers specializes in Mohs surgery for the removal of skin cancer. He practices in La Jolla, California. http://powersmd.com

65. Prevention Of Skin Cancer Center. Prevention of skin cancer. 208/04733. you. skin cancer. The skin protects the body against heat and light, injury, and infection. http://imsdd.meb.uni-bonn.de/cancernet/504733.html

"Prevention of skin cancer" is redistributed by University of Bonn, Medical Center Prevention of skin cancer Get this document via a secure connection Overview Of Prevention Skin Cancer To Learn More ... About PDQ CancerMail from the National Cancer Institute !!! ATTENTION !!! The National Cancer Institute (NCI) has updated its cancer information delivery services. In the future, please use the Cancer.gov web site ( Http: //cancer.gov/ ) to meet your cancer information needs. CancerMail users in the United States can obtain cancer information by telephone at 1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237). The NCI will no longer support CancerMail after November 2002. If you have comments about the NCI's cancer information delivery services, contact us by e-mail at cancer.govstaff@mail.nih.gov or call 301-496-9096. Information from PDQ for Patients OVERVIEW OF PREVENTION Prevention Doctors can not always explain why one person gets cancer and another does not. However, scientists have studied general patterns of cancer in the population to learn what things around us and what things we do in our lives may increase our chance of developing cancer. Anything that increases a person's chance of developing a disease is called a risk factor; anything that decreases a person's chance of developing a disease is called a protective factor. Some of the risk factors for cancer can be avoided, but many can not. For example, although you can choose to quit smoking, you can not choose which genes you have inherited from your parents. Both smoking and inheriting specific genes could be considered risk factors for certain kinds of cancer, but only smoking can be avoided. Prevention means avoiding the risk factors and increasing the protective factors that can be controlled so that the chance of developing cancer decreases.

66. Dermatology New Jersey Dermatologists New Jersey The office of Dr. Adrian L. Connolly is dedicated to the treatment of skin cancers of all types, his services include Mohs Micrographic Surgery, West Orange. http://www.dradrianconnolly.com

Dermatology in New Jersey, and New Jersey dermatologists Dr. Connolly offering mohs surgery, skin cancer treatment, cancer treatment, and micrographic surgery. Home About Our Practice About Dr. Connolly Procedures ... Terms of Use This site is optimized for a display setting of 800 by 600 pixels, or greater. MedNet-Sites™ - Powered by MedNet Technologies, Inc.

67. Screening For Skin Cancer Screening for skin cancer. 208/04724. skin cancer. The skin is the body s outermost covering and offers protection from heat and light, injury, and infection. http://imsdd.meb.uni-bonn.de/cancernet/504724.html

"Screening for skin cancer" is redistributed by University of Bonn, Medical Center Screening for skin cancer Get this document via a secure connection Overview Of Screening Skin Cancer To Learn More ... About PDQ CancerMail from the National Cancer Institute !!! ATTENTION !!! The National Cancer Institute (NCI) has updated its cancer information delivery services. In the future, please use the Cancer.gov web site ( Http: //cancer.gov/ ) to meet your cancer information needs. CancerMail users in the United States can obtain cancer information by telephone at 1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237). The NCI will no longer support CancerMail after November 2002. If you have comments about the NCI's cancer information delivery services, contact us by e-mail at cancer.govstaff@mail.nih.gov or call 301-496-9096. Information from PDQ for Patients OVERVIEW OF SCREENING What is screening? Screening for cancer is examination (or testing) of people for early stages in the development of cancer even though they have no symptoms. Scientists have studied patterns of cancer in the population to learn which people are more likely to get certain types of cancer. They have also studied what things around us and what things we do in our lives may cause cancer. This information sometimes helps doctors recommend who should be screened for certain types of cancer, what types of screening tests people should have, and how often these tests should be done. Not all screening tests are helpful, and most have risks such as scar or infection after a biopsy for a suspicious skin nodule or mole. For this reason, scientists at the National Cancer Institute are studying many screening tests to find out how useful they are and to determine the relative benefits and harms.

68. Bryan C. Schultz, M.D. - Welcome Practice information and patient pamphlets on ClearLigh, spider veins, moles, melanoma and skin cancer, Oak Park, Illinois. http://www.drschultzonskin.com

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69. BBC NEWS | Health | Children 'at Risk Of Skin Cancer' Children at risk of skin cancer . SEE ALSO Young face skin cancer timebomb 30 Mar 04 Health. skin cancer risk still ignored 10 May 03 Health. http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/click/rss/0.91/-/1/hi/health/3694489.stm

Home TV Radio Talk ... Programmes Last Updated: Sunday, 9 May, 2004, 23:19 GMT 00:19 UK E-mail this to a friend Printable version Children 'at risk of skin cancer' The campaign kicks off this week Over a third of parents say their children have suffered sunburn, a survey reveals. The poll also reveals that 41% like to see their children with a tan. Cancer Research UK ,which commissioned the survey, said the findings showed many parents were failing to take skin cancer warnings seriously. The findings were published to mark a new public awareness campaign, which will see posters in nurseries, GP surgeries and outlets of Boots. Nationwide campaign The poster, created for Cancer Research UK's SunSmart campaign, has been designed to highlight how quickly children's skin can burn in the sun. It features the slogan "Kids Cook Quick" along with a picture of two sunburnt children sitting on the beach. Some 19,000 posters will be distributed across the UK. It is vital that parents are aware of the dangers Dr Catherine Harwood "This poster has been created to help remind parents to protect their children," said campaign coordinator Sara Hiom.

70. Wrinkles May Protect Against Skin Cancer CNN http://cnn.com/2001/HEALTH/conditions/06/15/wrinkles.cancer.ap/index.html

71. BBC NEWS | Health | Skin Cancer 'gene' Breakthrough Monday, 10 June, 2002, 0304 GMT 0404 UK skin cancer gene breakthrough. A new treatment could be available in 15 years. skin cancer facts. http://news.bbc.co.uk/hi/english/health/newsid_2035000/2035051.stm

CATEGORIES TV RADIO COMMUNICATE ... INDEX SEARCH You are in: Health News Front Page World UK ... Programmes SERVICES Daily E-mail News Ticker Mobile/PDAs Text Only ... Help EDITIONS Change to World Monday, 10 June, 2002, 03:04 GMT 04:04 UK Skin cancer 'gene' breakthrough A new treatment could be available in 15 years Scientists have discovered a common element in 70% of malignant skin cancers which could become a revolutionary new treatment. Experts have high hopes for the discovery because the previously unknown mutation is very similar to another that helps cause a type of leukaemia. In trials, a drug which blocks that gene has already been outstandingly successful in treating leukaemia patients. The defect is not inherited and no-one yet knows what causes it, but it is believed to be a very powerful mutation. It could be a direct lead to new treatments for malignant melanoma Professor Mike Stratton, Cancer Genome Project If it can be isolated, it is hoped it can be turned into a treatment for malignant melanoma. The breakthrough, announced in an online report from the journal Nature, is the first to emerge from the Cancer Genome Project, based at Hinxton, Cambridgeshire.

72. CNN.com - Green Tea May Help Prevent Skin Cancer -- U.S. Team - August 15, 2000 CNN http://www.cnn.com/2000/HEALTH/cancer/08/15/greentea.cancer.reut/index.html

cancer Editions myCNN Video ... Feedback CNN Sites CNN CNN Europe CNNfn CNNSI myCNN CNNfyi AllPolitics Languages Search CNN.com CNNSI.com CNNfn.com The Web HEALTH TOP STORIES New treatments hold out hope for breast cancer patients MORE TOP STORIES Thousands dead in India; quake toll rapidly rising Israelis, Palestinians make final push before Israeli election Davos protesters confront police MORE ... MORE MARKETS 4:30pm ET, 4/16 DJIA NAS SPORTS Jordan says farewell for the third time ... LOCAL EDITIONS: CNN.com Europe change default edition MULTIMEDIA: video video archive audio multimedia showcase ... more services E-MAIL: Subscribe to one of our news e-mail lists Enter your address: DISCUSSION: chat feedback CNN WEB SITES: CNNfyi.com CNN.com Europe AsiaNow Spanish ... Korean Headlines TIME INC. SITES: Go To ... Time.com People Money Fortune EW CNN NETWORKS: CNN anchors transcripts Turner distribution SITE INFO: help contents search ad info ... jobs WEB SERVICES: Green tea may help prevent skin cancer U.S. team CHICAGO (Reuters) Drinking four or more cups of green tea a day may help stave off skin cancer and the substance could be similarly effective if incorporated into skin care creams, researchers said Monday. The brew, which is especially popular in Asia, where cancer is rarer than in the West, contains antioxidants that are known to prevent skin cancer in mice and may prevent it in humans, a report summarizing recent research into green tea said.

73. CNN.com - Skin Cancer Treatments Debated - Jan. 19, 2004 CNN http://cnn.com/2004/HEALTH/conditions/01/19/skincancer.treatment.ap/index.html

International Edition MEMBER SERVICES The Web CNN.com Home Page World U.S. Weather ... Special Reports SERVICES Video E-mail Services CNNtoGO Contact Us SEARCH Web CNN.com Skin cancer treatments debated Story Tools CHICAGO, Illinois (AP) A non-surgical treatment for basal cell skin cancer results in better cosmetic results but might be less effective than surgery at preventing the disease from returning, a study found. HEALTH LIBRARY Health Library Skin cancer YOUR E-MAIL ALERTS Follow the news that matters to you. Create your own alert to be notified on topics you're interested in. Or, visit Popular Alerts for suggestions. Manage alerts What is this? The treatment is called photodynamic therapy and uses skin cream and concentrated light to activate the cream, which kills cancer cells. It is used in Europe, Australia and New Zealand, but a Food and Drug Administration advisory committee last year recommended against U.S. approval. Basal cell skin cancer, often caused by overexposure to sunlight, is diagnosed in about 2 million people worldwide each year, making it among the most common cancers. It is also among the most curable. Surgical removal is generally the preferred treatment, but since basal cell cancers typically appear on or around the face, some patients worry about scarring. The new study, published in Monday's Archives of Dermatology, involved 101 patients who received either surgery or two treatment sessions a week apart with Metvix, also known as methyl aminolevulinate cream.

74. Skin Cancer - Skin: Health And Medical Information Concerning Skin Disorders Medical information about skin Disorders 100% doctor produced written for patients experiencing acne, skin cancer, dermatitis and other skin conditions. http://www.medicinenet.com/Skin_Cancer/article.htm

MedicineNet Home Skin Home > Skin Cancer Advanced Search Printer-Friendly Format Add to Favorites Email to a Friend ... Next page Skin Cancer (Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer) Medical Author: Alan Rockoff, M.D. Medical Editor: William C. Shiel, MD, FACP, FACR Introduction Basal Cell Carcinoma What is basal cell carcinoma? ... Skin Cancer At A Glance Introduction Skin cancer is the most common form of human cancer. It is estimated that over 1 million new cases occur annually. The annual rates of all forms of skin cancer are increasing each year, representing a growing public concern. It has also been estimated that nearly half of all Americans who live to age 65 will develop skin cancer at least once. The most common warning sign of skin cancer is a change in the appearance of the skin, such as a new growth or a sore that will not heal. The term "skin cancer" refers to three different conditions. From the least to the most dangerous, they are: basal cell carcinoma (or basal cell carcinoma epithelioma) squamous cell carcinoma melanoma The two most common forms of skin cancer are basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Together, these two are also referred to as nonmelanoma skin cancer. Melanoma is generally the most serious form of skin cancer because it tends to spread (metastasize) throughout the body quickly.

75. Postgraduate Medicine: Patient Notes: Skin Cancer Patient Notes skin cancer. VOL skin cancer is a major risk for sun worshippers and is definitely on the rise in the United States. In http://www.postgradmed.com/issues/2000/06_00/pn_skin.htm

Patient Notes Skin cancer VOL 107 / NO 7 / JUNE 2000 / POSTGRADUATE MEDICINE Skin cancer is a major risk for sun worshippers and is definitely on the rise in the United States. In fact, one of every five Americans will have skin cancer at some time during his or her life. The good news is that this type of cancer can almost always be curedprovided it is found early. Unfortunately, the incidence of melanoma, the most deadly type of skin cancer, is increasing faster than that of any other cancer. Types of skin cancer The three major types of skin cancers are called basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. The basal cell and squamous cell types most often occur on areas of the skin that are regularly exposed to the sun, such as the face, the back of the hands, and the ears. People who spend many hours in the sun, such as landscape workers, farmers, and construction or highway crews, tend to be at the greatest risk for these cancers. Melanoma, on the other hand, tends to occur on areas of the body not exposed to the sun on a regular basis. This type of cancer is more common in people who work indoors and have limited but sometimes intense exposure to the sun on weekends or during vacations. Children whose unprotected skin is exposed to the sun a lot during the first 15 years of their lives are also at increased risk of melanoma as adults. What are the signs?

76. Basal Cell Carcinoma: Reconstruction From Skin Cancer Dr. David Katrana explains reconstructive surgery following basal cell carcinoma treatment. http://www.katrana-skincancer.com/

DAVID J. KATRANA DDS MD PA PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGEON BOARD CERTIFIED Skin cancer is the most common of all malignant diseases and Basal Cell Carcinoma is the most common skin cancer in caucasians. It is likely that 50% of people living to age 65 will have at least one skin cancer. Most skin cancers arer small, diagnosed early, and treated by dermatologists in their offices. from actual reconstructions after skin cancer removal. However, a number of these cancers occur in awkward location (95% in the head and neck). If an aesthetic unit of the face is involved, such as eyelids, nose, cheeks, lips,ears, or neck, sometimes plastic surgery resection with immediate reconstruction is the best choice. Dr. David Katrana is a well-known expert in skin cancer and has extensive experience in reconstructive techniques. He is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in Houston, Texas for the last twenty years and has performed thousands of skin cancer surgeries. 99% of the surgeries are done on an out-patient, day surgery basis with frozen section pathology immediately available. 99% of these procedures are done under local anaesthesia with sedation and 99% are reconstructed immediately after resection. Dr. Katrana is a member of most PPO Insurance Plans. For more information or to schedule an appointment - Dr. Katrana

77. SunSmart - Skin Cancer About skin cancer skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK and the number of people who get it is increasing. Types of skin cancer. http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/sunsmart/skincancer/

Home About SunSmart Skin cancer Stay safe ... Links You are here: Home > Skin cancer Print this page Email a friend Who is at risk Non-melanoma skin cancer ... Check your moles About skin cancer Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK and the number of people who get it is increasing. Most skin cancers are caused by damage from UV (ultraviolet) rays in sunlight. These cancers could be prevented if we protect ourselves from the sun. A serious problem There are over 69,000 new cases of skin cancer diagnosed each year in the UK Many cases are not reported so the real number of cases is probably much higher The number of cases has more than doubled since the early 80s Over 2,000 people die from skin cancer each year in the UK In fact, there are more skin cancer deaths in the UK than in Australia, even though Australia has more cases of the disease. Types of skin cancer There are two main types of skin cancer: malignant melanoma - the most serious type of skin cancer non-melanoma skin cancer - more common and easily treated Find out about who is at risk and how to check your moles Our research into skin cancer To read more about our research into skin cancer download the Skin Cancer Research Briefsheet: Skin Cancer Research Briefsheet 2004 You will need Adobe's Acrobat Reader to view this PDF. You can download Acrobat Reader free of charge from the

78. Skin Cancer Information Resources These resources help skin cancer patients, their family and friends, or anybody else interested to understand this disease by providing information about http://cancer.about.com/cs/skincancer/

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79. Ormond, Port Orange Florida-Parks Dermatology Center-Cosmetic,Skin Rejuvenation, A complete dermatologic center specializing in cosmetic dermatology, facial rejuvenation and skin cancer removal. Located in Ormond Beach. http://www.parksdermatology.com

Welcome to the website of Parks Dermatology Center Jeffrey D. Parks, M.D. Michael J. Suah, M.D. dermatologist minnesota At Parks Dermatology Center, we believe that the proper treatment of the skin can go a long way in bringing out your very best while making you feel comfortable. Dermatologists are specialists, and experts, in the care and treatment of the skin, hair and nails. Each one of our dermatologists are board certified and prepared to answer any questions and concerns you may have about any conditions and procedures. Dr. Jeffrey D. Parks and Dr. Michael J. Suah are among the leaders in the dermatologic field since 1997. By using the latest state-of-the-art equipment we strive to bring you the very best in skin care. Some of the procedures offered by our physicians are: Botox Treatment Collagen Treatment Spider Vein Treatment Skin Rejuvenation Mohs Procedure Skin Cancer Removal Tattoo Removal Facial Vein Removal Laser Hair Removal Skin Surgery 400 Lake Bridge Plaza Dr.

80. Skin Cancer skin cancer is a disease in which cancer (malignant) cells are found in the outer layers of your skin. skin cancer. The skin is the largest organ in our body. http://www.entnet.org/healthinfo/topics/skin_cancer.cfm

ENT LINK ENT Health Information Other Otolaryngology Topics Skin Cancer Skin Cancer The skin is the largest organ in our body. It provides protection against heat, cold, light, and infection. The skin is made up of two major layers (epidermis and dermis) as well as various types of cells. The top (or outer) layer of the skin—the epidermis—is composed of three types of cells: flat, scaly cells on the surface called squamous cells; round cells called basal cells; and melanocytes, cells that provide skin its color and protect against skin damage. The inner layer of the skin—the dermis—is the layer that contains the nerves, blood vessels, and sweat glands. What Is Skin Cancer? Skin cancer is a disease in which cancer (malignant) cells are found in the outer layers of your skin. There are several types of cancer that originate in the skin. The most common types are basal cell carcinoma (70 percent of all skin cancers) and squamous cell carcinoma (20 percent). These types are classified as nonmelanoma skin cancer. Melanoma (five percent of all skin cancers) is the third type of skin cancer. It is less common than basal cell or squamous cell skin cancer, but potentially much more serious. Other types of skin cancer are rare. Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer. It typically appears as a small raised bump that has a pearly appearance. It is most commonly seen on areas of the skin that have received excessive sun exposure. These cancers may spread to the skin around the cancer but rarely spread to other parts of the body.

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