In the News
Genetic Changes in Melanomas and Teens’
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer, accounts for more than 75 percent of all skin cancer deaths. Despite repeated health warnings based on proven science that overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) light is the most preventable cause of all skin cancers, including melanoma, many Americans are not properly protecting themselves from this known carcinogen.… continue reading
Vitamin D relieves nerve pain in diabetics
Thursday, July 31, 2008
A recent study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine found that vitamin D supplementation cut nerve pain from diabetic neuropathy almost in half, prompting researchers to suggest that vitamin D could be used as an effective pain killer for this condition.… continue reading
The Canadian Cancer Society would like a ban
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
DAWSON CREEK, B.C. — The Canadian Cancer Society would like a ban on the fake tan for teens. Sprays, lotions and natural sunlight would be the only options for those under 18 to get that golden glow if the proposed rules were put in place.… continue reading
Sun doesn’t shine same on everyone
Monday, July 28, 2008
CARTER HAYDU
The sun presents conflicting health concerns during the Canadian summer. On the one hand, too much of it can cause skin damage and even certain forms of cancer. On the other hand, too little can cause vitamin D deficiencies.… continue reading
The Vitamin D Deficiency Epidemic
Monday, July 28, 2008
By Michael F. Holick, Ph.D., M.D
I have been conducting research in the field of vitamin D for almost 40 years. My laboratory helped establish the importance of sun exposure to the skin’s ability to synthesize vitamin D. We also worked to determine how latitude, the seasons, aging, skin pigmentation and the use of sunscreen all affect this vital process.… continue reading
