skin cancer

Sarah Ferguson Diagnosed with Malignant Melanoma Just Six Months After Breast Cancer Operation

Sarah Ferguson has been diagnosed with malignant melanoma following the removal of a cancerous mole during treatment for breast cancer.…

10 months ago

“Real Sun-Tan” Drug Could Prevent Skin Cancer

Scientists from Massachusetts General Hospital have developed a drug that mimics sunlight to make the skin tan, with no damaging…

7 years ago

Melanoma Study: Ipilimumab and Nivolumab Eliminate 20% of Tumors

A new study has shown that a fifth of people with advanced melanoma have no sign of tumors in their…

9 years ago

Number of Moles on Right Arm Predicts Skin Cancer Risk

According to a recent research, having more than 11 moles on the right arm indicates a higher-than-average risk of skin…

9 years ago

PEP005: HIV Flushed out of Hiding Places by Cancer Drug

According to a new research, HIV can be flushed out of its hiding places in the body using PEP005 -…

9 years ago

T-Vec: Modified Herpes Virus Could Treat Skin Cancer

Researchers have found that a genetically-engineered version of the cold sore virus (herpes simplex virus) could treat skin cancer. T-Vec,…

9 years ago

Richie Benaud dies from skin cancer at 84

Australia cricket legend and commentator Richie Benaud has died from skin cancer aged 84. Richie Benaud played in 63 Tests,…

10 years ago

Study: Sunlight continues to damage skin and increases cancer risk hours after exposure

According to a new study, sunlight continues to damage people's skin and increase the risk of cancer for hours after…

10 years ago

Hugh Jackman treated for basal cell carcinoma for third time

Hugh Jackman has been treated for skin cancer for a third time. The 46-year-old actor was recently pictured with another…

10 years ago

James Rebhorn dies from skin cancer at 65

James Rebhorn, known for his roles in TV series Homeland and Scent of a Woman movie, has died from skin…

11 years ago

Vinnie Jones diagnosed with skin cancer

Vinnie Jones revealed he has had several lumps removed after being diagnosed with skin cancer. The 48-year-old actor and footballer…

11 years ago

Hugh Jackman reveals he was treated for skin cancer

Hugh Jackman revealed he has been treated for skin cancer after seeking advice for a mark on his nose. Hugh…

11 years ago

Melanoma is able to fend off the body’s immune system

British researchers have found that melanoma, a deadly form of skin cancer, is able to fend off the body's immune…

12 years ago