February 08, 2012: Fasting Plus Chemo May Help in Cancer Fight: Study
This study was in mice, but researchers are starting to test the strategy in human cancer patients

January 30, 2012: First Drug Ok'd to Combat Spreading Basal Cell Skin Cancer
Pill is intended for advanced cases or those unsuitable for surgery, radiation

January 30, 2012: Erivedge Approved to Treat Basal Cell Carinoma
The most common skin cancer

January 23, 2012: Only 1 in 4 Young Teens Uses Sunscreen Regularly, Study Finds
Sunburn in childhood a major risk factor for skin cancer, experts note

January 20, 2012: Tanning Salon Tax No Deterrent: Study
Bans for people under 18 and fines may be more effective than tax, researchers say

January 18, 2012: Melanoma Drug's Link to Other Skin Cancers Identified
New study suggests ways around the risk for patients

January 16, 2012: Drop in Melanoma Deaths Limited to Educated Whites: Study
Rates not declining in skin cancer patients with less schooling, researchers say

December 19, 2011: Previous Cancer May Up Melanoma Risk
Findings suggest need to monitor melanoma survivors, researchers say

December 19, 2011: Bottled Tan May Keep Women Out of the Sun
Tanning bed use also declines with use of sunless tanning products, study says

December 15, 2011: Smoking Linked to Skin Cancer in Women
Non-melanoma malignancies twice as likely after 20 years of tobacco use, study finds

December 06, 2011: Targeted Drugs, Lung CT Screening Top Cancer Advances in 2011
Report from leading oncologists' group finds strides were made against tough-to-treat tumors

November 28, 2011: Chronic Bowel Disease Drugs Linked to Skin Cancer Risk
Two studies find immunosuppressants called thiopurines may raise risk of non-melanoma cancers

November 09, 2011: Use Vanity to Reduce Young People's Sun Exposure: Task Force
Focusing on looks rather than skin cancer has more effect on youth, U.S. researchers find

November 02, 2011: MelaFind Device Approved to Detect Melanoma
A deadly form of skin cancer

October 24, 2011: More Evidence Links Tanning Beds to Higher Skin Cancer Risk
Rates of 3 types of malignancies rose along with frequency of use, new study finds

October 24, 2011: Daily Coffee May Lower Your Skin Cancer Risk
Researchers find association between caffeine consumption, basal cell carcinoma

October 17, 2011: Skin Cancer Check May Come With New Hairdo
Hairdressers, barbers often first to spot skin changes that signal melanoma, experts say

October 07, 2011: Melanoma May Be More Aggressive in Kids
Spread of this skin cancer more common among children than adults, study reveals

October 06, 2011: Tanning Beds May Be Even Riskier Than Thought
The UV ray type found in sunbeds might reach into skin's most vulnerable layer, study says

September 20, 2011: The War on Cancer Continues
Report finds progress has been made fighting some, but not all, malignancies

August 31, 2011: Frailty May Threaten Melanoma Survival More Than Age
Findings could influence individual skin cancer treatment, researchers say

August 17, 2011: FDA Approves Novel Melanoma Drug
Agency gave nod to Zelboraf, which targets a mutant gene found in half of cases of the deadly cancer

August 17, 2011: New Drug Approved for Advanced Skin Cancer
Companion test also sanctioned to detect certain melanoma cells

August 15, 2011: Vitamin D Levels Linked to Certain Skin Cancers, Study Finds
But link doesn't mean vitamin caused the cancer, researchers say

August 15, 2011: More Evidence Tanning Beds May Be Addictive
In the presence of UV radiation, reward centers in the brains of 'tanorexics' lit up, study found

August 02, 2011: Cancer Patients May Be at Greater Risk for Sun Damage
Radiation therapy can cause skin to lose some of its natural protective capacity, experts say

July 22, 2011: U.S. Culture Linked to Greater Sunscreen Use Among Latinos
But it has negative influence on U.S. Latinos use of shade, sun-protective clothing, study shows

July 21, 2011: Study Contends Taller People at Heightened Cancer Risk
Backs up prior research suggesting a link between stature and malignancies

July 18, 2011: Specialists More Likely to Spot Deadly Skin Cancer
Self-screening helps, but doctors better at finding early stage melanoma, study shows

July 16, 2011: Keep Sun Safety in Mind This Summer: Experts
Tips for staying healthy while having fun outdoors

July 13, 2011: Flip-Flops, Baseball Caps May Raise Risk of Skin Cancer
Changing styles leave ears, feet unprotected, dermatologist warns

July 08, 2011: A Safe Tan? No Way, Experts Say
From wrinkles to skin cancer, risks increase with exposure to UV rays indoors or out

July 08, 2011: From Tanning Beds to Melanoma Surgery
Cancer victim blames only herself for 'terrifying' experience

June 28, 2011: Vitamin D, Calcium Combo May Halve Melanoma Risk in Some Women
Supplements only benefited those who had had another form of skin cancer, study found

June 21, 2011: Scientists Zero In on Key Melanoma Links
Review of previous research ties five genetic variants to the deadly skin cancer

June 16, 2011: Docs Most Often Spot Melanomas in Older Patients
Overall, patients, especially younger ones, identify 60% of these cancers, study finds

June 16, 2011: Health Tip: Factors That Contribute to Skin Cancer
Avoid blistering sunburns

June 14, 2011: FDA Issues New Rules on Sunscreens
Label changes include curbs on certain products claiming to be 'sunblocks' and cancer-preventing

June 06, 2011: Parkinson's Disease May Boost Melanoma Risk: Study
Patients with the brain disorder should get checked annually for the skin cancer, expert advises

June 06, 2011: Two Drugs Shown to Prolong Survival in Advanced Melanoma Cases
Experts say results are first big news in years for treatment of this deadly cancer

June 01, 2011: Melanoma Vaccine Shows Promise in Trial
Used with immune-boosting drug, vaccine extends survival by nearly 7 months, study finds

May 25, 2011: Skin Cancer Foes Declare May 27 'Don't Fry Day'
One American dies from the disease every hour, experts warn

May 16, 2011: GPs Lack Accuracy in Spotting Skin Cancers: Study
Non-dermatologists often miss the real culprit, researchers say

May 13, 2011: Teens Follow Mom's Lead on Tanning Beds
If mothers use indoor tanning, daughters are more likely to as well, survey finds

May 10, 2011: Too Few Teens Know the Dangers of Tanning Beds: Poll
39% of 14- to 17-year-olds incorrectly believe indoor tanning is safer than the sun, survey found

May 03, 2011: Survey Shows Dangers of Tanning Not Hitting Home
Majority of young women admit to using tanning beds, basking in the sun

April 15, 2011: Scientists Spot Key Gene Mutations in Melanoma
U.S. team expects its research to help improve diagnosis, treatment of this deadly skin cancer

April 15, 2011: Blood Test May Help Predict Spread of Melanoma
Researchers believe biomarkers elevate as skin cancer spreads

April 08, 2011: Parkinson's May Have Links to Certain Cancers, Study Suggests
Genealogical data shows higher odds for melanoma, prostate cancer

April 07, 2011: Health Tip: Protect Your Skin After Hair Loss
Skin is more vulnerable to sun's rays without hair's protection