They say trends recycle, but the early aughts tanning bed craze is one we probably shouldn’t relive. Much to the chagrin of dermatologists everywhere, beauty-obsessed Kim Kardashian showed off her in-office tanning bed during a humorous TikTok teaser for her forthcoming collection of cosmetics. “I’m Kim Kardashian, of course I have a tanning bed and … Read more
It may sound nuts, but eating almonds daily can keep your skin looking wrinkle-free, according to a dermatologist. “I tell my patients eating three handfuls of almonds per day is a natural way to treat wrinkles,” skin cancer surgeon Dr. Neera said in a video to her TikTok, where she goes by @dermatologysurgeon. The health … Read more
A Virginia high school freshman was looking for a fun science experiment — and ended up making a soap with the aim of treating skin cancer. Heman Bekele, who attends W.T. Woodson High School in the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) system, was crowned “America’s Top Young Scientist” and awarded $25,000 after winning this year’s … Read more
Jimmy Buffett’s younger sister Laurie has revealed that she was diagnosed with cancer “about the same time” as her late brother, who died last week aged 76. Laurie, 74, discovered she had pancreatic cancer during the pandemic, and is now cancer-free following months of treatment. But the iconic “Margaritaville” hitmaker, who was diagnosed with a rare form … Read more
A Welsh woman who indulged in the free perks that came with working in a tanning salon has developed skin cancer — and is urging others to avoid sun beds at all costs. Michelle Stevens, 47, laid in the tanning beds at her salon for 18 minutes at a time between 2014 and 2020, explaining … Read more
A couple planned their wedding in just two days after the bride found out her dad’s cancer had suddenly taken a turn for the worse. Mary Grace Quigley couldn’t imagine her wedding without her dad walking her down the aisle. In November 2022, her father, Barry, 79, was diagnosed with a stage four cancerous tumor … Read more
Come on Barbie, let’s go … exploit the film’s success for profit. The wildly popular “Barbie” movie has inspired a cultural style phenomenon that sees entrepreneurs and con artists alike racing to take advantage of the highly merchandised brand. The film, directed by Greta Gerwig and starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling as Barbie and … Read more
For years, doctors have sounded the alarm over the link between cancer and obesity. Being overweight or obese raises the risk of developing several different types of cancer, including breast, bowel, kidney and pancreatic. In all, 13 types of the disease were previously known to be associated with overweight body types — but now, that … Read more
It was a Christmas miracle that may have saved a man’s life. Dr. Chelsey Straight and Dr. Christopher Chu, married dermatologists, couldn’t help but notice a concerning spot on a fellow passenger’s face while aboard a Christmas-themed train in November. The Texans decided to wait until the end of the two-hour excursion to approach the man, Chris … Read more
She hit the nail on the head. A manicurist in Scotland is being lauded for spotting a thin brown streak under a client’s nail — which led to a melanoma diagnosis. Stacey Boss, 32, said she had shrugged off the mark on her right thumbnail for a while, until her nail tech discovered it in … Read more
A woman from Australia claims she has been diagnosed with three different types of skin cancer since 2009, sharing her “brutal” journey on TikTok. “This is the real face of skin cancer,” Melissa Lewis, 48, declared in a viral clip as she showed off her bright red blistering skin after undergoing carbon dioxide laser photodynamic … Read more
A New Zealand woman who thought she had a pimple on her nose said it was actually a very common form of skin cancer. Now she’s trying to raise awareness about the warning signs she ignored. Michelle Davis said she discovered a red bump on her nose in April 2022 — initially dismissing it as … Read more
Social media is mourning the loss of Spanish influencer Patricia Rite, who tragically died at age 30 following a courageous battle with skin cancer. The social media star’s family confirmed her passing in a statement on April 16. “Patricia left us. Her mother and her relatives ask for respect in these hard times,” they wrote, … Read more
New research suggests four in five millennials and Gen Xers can’t identify nonmelanoma skin cancer. The poll of 1,000 millennials and 1,000 Gen X respondents found that about 80% were unable to identify nonmelanoma skin cancer when shown the names to their corresponding images. Seventy-nine percent couldn’t identify squamous cell carcinoma, and 82% couldn’t identify … Read more
This sun-loving star has some skincare advice for others like him. Hugh Jackman took to social media to remind fans to wear sunscreen after undergoing two biopsies for basal cell carcinoma. “I wanted you to hear it from me just in case someone sees me on the street or whatever,” Jackman, 54, who was wearing … Read more
When a woman purchased a beauty product that had gone viral on TikTok, she never imagined it would lead to a devastating cancer diagnosis. Helen Bender, 26, had been using a gua sha massage tool on her face in April 2022 when she noticed a lump on her jawline, which later lead to a stage … Read more
A new cancer vaccine from Moderna is showing breakthrough results in preventing recurrences of melanoma, and could ward off other types of cancer as well, the Wall Street Journal reported. In a mid-stage clinical trial involving post-surgery patients, the vaccine was paired with Keytruda, an immunotherapy manufactured by Merck. The risk of relapse or death … Read more
They bared it all for good cause. Approximately 2,500 people took their clothes off in Australia to pose for a photo to raise awareness for skin cancer. Photographer Spencer Tunick, who is known for his nude group shots in public places, took the snaps Saturday morning on Sydney’s Bondi Beach. “We have an opportunity to raise awareness about … Read more
A woman is crediting Facebook memories with helping her fight a deadly disease. Jennifer Pineirovigo, from Florida, said she noticed a small spot under her right eye and booked an appointment with a dermatologist. She later canceled her appointment when what she thought was just a blemish started to fade. After seeing a 2020 picture … Read more
An illegal tanning drug referred to as the “Barbie drug” has risen in popularity through TikTok, prompting a warning from Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration of its dangers. Melanotan is being promoted across social media as a long-lasting fake tan alternative, but the TGA warned it has “proven, serious side effects that can be very damaging … Read more