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British Medical Journal publishes report saying sunlight does not cause melanoma
Friday, July 25, 2008
Another research dermatologist made waves in the dermatology community Thursday in a published story claiming that sun exposure is not the cause of melanoma — daring to challenge a sacred cow that has been called “the third rail of dermatology.” In a story headlined, “Expert claims that sun exposure is not the cause of melanoma” a British Medical Journal publication on Thursday interviewed dermatologist Dr.… continue reading
Defending Against Disease With Vitamin D
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Sunlight, as a source of vitamin D, is free and abundant, at least in most of the world. Supplements are almost as cheap. Yet a growing number of experts think that many people aren’t getting enough vitamin D — particularly those who work and play indoors and slather on sunscreen.… continue reading
Vitamin D: Builds Bones And Much More
Thursday, July 17, 2008
ScienceDaily — Vitamin D is essential to strong bones. Inadequate vitamin D can lead to osteoporosis, a brittle bone disease. Recently, researchers have found that vitamin D may help reduce the risk of other diseases. Fall prevention: With age, decreasing muscle strength can increase the risk of falls and bone fractures.… continue reading
SUN 101: Shedding Some Light
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
KANSAS CITY, Mo. _ Here’s a heated debate: Is the summer sun more good or more bad? For the sun-sensitive, the sun is one big, flaming irritant _ too hot, too bright, too much. But for sun worshippers, old Sol represents fun, freedom, happiness.… continue reading
Vitamin D levels tied to colorectal cancer survival
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer who had abundant vitamin D in their blood prior to diagnosis were less likely to die during a follow-up period than those who were deficient in the vitamin, researchers report. “Although our findings are premature and require further exploration,” lead investigator Dr.… continue reading
