May 10, 2013: Look for New, Improved Sunscreen Labels
Choosing effective sun protection should be easier now, experts say

May 09, 2013: Red Hair Pigment Might Raise Melanoma Risk: Study
Dermatologists say redheads must take extra care to check skin, avoid sun

April 17, 2013: Among Hispanics, Risky Sun Exposure Varies by Language Spoken: Study
English-speaking adults less likely to protect themselves, researchers find

April 11, 2013: Strides Made in Preventing Cancer, But Challenges Remain: Report
American Cancer Society looked at smoking, obesity, disease screening, tanning and more

April 08, 2013: More Than a Quarter of Melanoma Survivors Skip Sunscreen, Study Finds
And 2 percent continue to use tanning beds, researchers report

April 03, 2013: Melanoma Rates Rising in U.S. Children
Deadly skin cancer still rare in kids, but long-term study found 2 percent yearly increase among whites

February 25, 2013: Without Laws, Many Tanning Salons Would Allow Kids: Study
Missouri survey found operators often misrepresent indoor tanning as safe, even healthy

February 05, 2013: Sunshine Linked to Lower Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk: Study
Women estimated to have more exposure to UV-B rays had decreased risk, researchers say

February 04, 2013: Living Near Equator May Boost Your Risk for Allergy, Asthma
This could be due to UV ray exposure, study author says

February 01, 2013: Certain Skin Cancers More Common in HIV-Positive People
Large study found higher rates of squamous cell, basal cell carcinomas

January 10, 2013: Fans of Reality Beauty Shows Twice as Likely to Tan: Study
Practice could make them more susceptible to skin cancer, researchers say

November 01, 2012: Health Issues Add to Risk of Vitamin D Deficiency, Study Says
Women with conditions including arthritis and cancer should be aware of vitamin D drop during winter

October 10, 2012: Melanoma Odds Doubled for Transplant, Lymphoma Patients: Study
Early detection of this serious skin cancer is critical

October 03, 2012: Indoor Tanning Causes Common Skin Cancers, Study Finds
While less deadly than melanoma, basal cell and squamous cell cancers can be disfiguring

September 30, 2012: Mailed Kits May Prompt Parents to Protect Kids From Sun
Low-cost mailers led to greater use of 'sun-protective' clothing, hats and shade, study finds

August 03, 2012: College Students Who Use Tanning Beds Often Burn: Study
Ultraviolet exposure not 'controlled' as advertised, researchers warn

July 30, 2012: Scientists Uncover Gene Variation Linked to Melanoma
'RAC1' mutation found in tumors on sun-exposed skin

July 25, 2012: People With Darker Skin Still at Risk for Melanoma
Expert describes how skin cancer looks, ways to protect yourself

July 25, 2012: 1 in 20 Cases of Melanoma Linked to Tanning Beds: Study
European data supports warnings to avoid the devices and cut your risk for skin cancer

July 17, 2012: 11 Countries Now Restrict Indoor Tanning Before Age 18
The trend is due to growing evidence of a link with melanoma skin cancer, experts note

July 16, 2012: Health Tip: Protect Your Feet
Avoid walking barefoot

July 14, 2012: Choosing Sunscreen? How to Decode the Labels
Dermatologist explains what SPF numbers really mean, how much protection to use and when

July 09, 2012: Sunburn May Help Rid Body of Radiation-Damaged Cells
Inflammatory process cleans up genetic damage, mouse study suggests

July 07, 2012: Keep Infants Out of Sun and Heat, Experts Warn
Avoid using sunscreen on babies under 6 months old and watch for signs of dehydration

June 25, 2012: New Melanoma Drug May Extend Survival
But only in the short term, international trial shows

June 20, 2012: Indoor Tanners Rationalize Risky Behavior, Study Finds
'Everything causes cancer these days,' said many students who use the devices

June 19, 2012: Could Sunlight Lower Your Odds for Pancreatic Cancer?
Experts say early study results are no reason to tan, however, given UV rays' link to skin cancer

June 12, 2012: Health Tip: Choosing the Right Sunscreen
Buy one with an SPF of at least 15

June 11, 2012: Health Tip: Apply Sunscreen Properly
30 minutes before you go outside

May 27, 2012: Many Still Tanning, Despite Dangers, Survey Finds
Under-30s most likely to use tanning beds or sunbathe, online poll suggests

May 18, 2012: Melanoma a Big Threat to Older Men
They're less likely than women to take sun precautions and check for growths, survey results show

May 10, 2012: Many Young Adults at Risk of Skin Cancer: CDC
Sunbathing, indoor tanning all too common, study finds

May 09, 2012: Scientists Map Melanoma's Genome
Findings include genetic link to breast cancer, researchers say

May 07, 2012: Aim Skin Cancer Warnings at the Young, Too, Experts Say
To get message across, doctors should focus on sun's damage to looks, not health, panel advises

May 06, 2012: Doctors Urge Routine Skin Screenings
20% of Americans will develop skin cancer during their lifetime, experts warn

April 27, 2012: Health Tip: Caring for a Sunburn
Get out of the sun as soon as possible

April 13, 2012: Even Young Teens Show Signs of Sun Damage
Researchers also found results of special photos lined up with other skin cancer risk factors

April 02, 2012: Melanoma Rates On the Rise Among Young Adults: Study
Young women hit the hardest, tanning beds may explain trend, researchers say

March 21, 2012: Health Tip: Protect Your Skin From Sun Damage
Here are some suggestions

March 01, 2012: Vitamin A Supplements Might Cut Melanoma Risk: Study
Being 'sun-smart' is still the best prevention, one expert says

February 02, 2012: Lack of Sunlight May Raise Stroke Risk
Study found those who got less exposure were more likely to suffer an attack

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

December 26, 2011: Tips to Protect Skin From Cold Winter Weather
Summer isn't the only time to think about skin protection

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

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 03, 2011: Skin Reacts to UV Light Faster Than Thought, Study Finds
Discovery could hold key to new types of sunscreens, researchers 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

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 16, 2011: Tips for Weathering Summer Sun, Heat
Heat waves kill more people in U.S. than any other natural disaster, EPA warns