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Fewer cases of melanoma seen in people taking vitamin D
A Finnish study of nearly 500 people who had an increased risk of skin cancer revealed fewer cases of melanoma in those who took vitamin...
Allan Ryan
Jan 16, 20232 min read


Highest risk of multiple primary melanomas from indoor tanning
Findings from a case-control study show that a history of indoor tanning is the strongest risk factor for the development of multiple...
John Evans
Nov 25, 20222 min read


Models predict low mortality in certain patients with stage 1 melanoma
According to a new study, models based on cancer registry data can help identify subsets of stage 1 melanoma patients with very low...
Allan Ryan
Nov 7, 20221 min read


Relatlimab/nivolumab combo improves melanoma outcomes, may avoid surgery
Findings from a study of patients with stage III melanoma treated with a combination of the immune checkpoint inhibitors relatlimab and...
John Evans
Oct 28, 20222 min read


New molecule may block melanoma growth
Researchers at Emory University in Atlanta have synthesized a novel molecule called indolium 1 that blocks the growth of melanoma cells,...
Allan Ryan
Oct 24, 20221 min read


Lack of melanin precursor DOPA may lead to melanoma in people with lighter skin
People with lighter skin tones may be more susceptible to melanoma not only due to a lack of UV-protective melanin, but because of a lack...
Allan Ryan
Sep 12, 20221 min read


Viewing prior dermopathology diagnoses skews second opinions
Findings from a randomized, controlled trial suggest that for dermatopathologists providing second opinions, reviewing prior diagnoses...
John Evans
Aug 18, 20222 min read


Melanoma rates rising in Canada
A new study from McGill University in Montreal shows that the incidence of melanoma is increasing in southern and coastal areas of...
Allan Ryan
Aug 8, 20222 min read
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