In the News
D is for ‘debate’
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
By: Bill Gillette, Dermatology Times
In the dermatologic community, the “D” in vitamin D could well stand for “debate.” Exposure to sunlight is the body’s most efficient way of generating vitamin D. But sunlight is a known carcinogen, and the incidence of skin cancers — particularly the potentially deadly malignant melanoma — is on the rise, according to public health statistics.… continue reading
Short circuit
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
By Linda Drummond
WHAT happens when the link between the body and the brain gets mixed up? Ask someone living with MS. Imagine living with a condition where your brain tries to tell your body to make a move, but the message just doesn’t get through.… continue reading
Wearing sunglasses could increase the risk of skin cancer
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
By Lucy Johnston, Health Editor
Have your say(0) SUN worshippers are being warned that wearing sunglasses could increase the risk of skin cancer. The glasses reduce the amount of ultra-violet light reaching key areas of the eye, tricking the brain into believing less harmful rays have penetrated the body.… continue reading
Here are the ABCs of vitamin D
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
By FRAN BERKOFF, TORONTO SUN
I love our sunny spring (almost summer) days. It’s so nice to walk outside without a coat or sweater and the temperature is just right, not too hot and not too cold. Besides being very good for the soul, there are benefits we can gain from these days.… continue reading
Can catching rays help to protect skin?
Tuesday, June 5, 2007
By Dr. Jay Adlersberg
We all know the risks of too much sun, but is there also a downside to no sun? New research is clearing up that question. Seven’s On Call with Dr. Jay Adlersberg. Sunburn and too much sun on the skin can increase a person’s chances of getting a skin cancer.… continue reading
