Hey there Guys. This morning I was alerted of new research that highlights the danger of using skin cancer apps to help check moles and diagnose potential skin cancers, in particular melanomas. In the study four skin cancer apps were tested with 128 pictures of moles, 60 of which were melanomas. Three of the apps were based on a computed algorithm with dangerously low … [Read more...] about Smartphone Skin Cancer Apps Labelled Dangerous
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Scientists reveal the reason for Rudolph’s red nose – Medical Observer
On the lighter side of health, scientists have found the secret behind Rudolph's red nose. RUDOLPH the Red-Nosed Reindeer's snout has been immortalised in movies, books and song. But until now, no-one has offered a scientific explanation for the glow that allows the world's most famous antlered herbivore to guide Santa's sleigh through the night before Christmas. Now … [Read more...] about Scientists reveal the reason for Rudolph’s red nose – Medical Observer
Can You Self Examine For Skin Cancer?
Hey there Guys. Today I came across an interesting post by the American Academy of Dermatology teaching people how they can examine their own skin for skin cancer, in particular melanoma. Having grown up in Australia I'm very aware of the importance of having regular skin exams. Sadly many of my friends having had skin cancers removed. Anything that raises awareness of the … [Read more...] about Can You Self Examine For Skin Cancer?
The Healthy Bear on the Risks of a “Healthy” Tan
Hey there Guys, I know I have previously posted about melanoma and skin cancer, however last weekend the hot news was one state in Australia banning UV sunbeds to help reduce the melanoma rate. As noted in the Sydney Morning Herald: Commercial tanning beds will be banned in NSW under radical new laws to be announced by the government today. NSW will be the only place in … [Read more...] about The Healthy Bear on the Risks of a “Healthy” Tan
The Healthy Bear Talks About Skin Cancer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4jgUcxMezM Hey there Guys, Today I wanted to share a post to highlight the risks of melanoma. Having grown up in Australia I've had my fair share of sun and sun-burns with more then a handful of my mates having had skin cancers. As mentioned in the video above some of the major risk factors skin cancer and melanoma include: A … [Read more...] about The Healthy Bear Talks About Skin Cancer