Skin Cancer

Children of parents diagnosed with cancer late in life also appear to be at increased risk for developing the same cancer. (Image: stuartbur/iStockphoto.com)

Cancer Onset in Old Age May Also Signal a Potential Hereditary Risk for Patient’s Family Members

By Mike Mitka on December 20, 2012

Many people are aware that when an individual develops cancer, especially an early-onset cancer, that event often signals that family members may have a hereditary risk for the malignancy. Now, new research underscores that the appearance of cancer later in… Read More ›

New labeling requirements by the Food and Drug Administration will inform consumers about the type of protection they can expect from a sunscreen product. (Image: FDA)

FDA Moves to Standardize Sunscreen Claims

By Mike Mitka on June 14, 2011

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced requirements for changes in labeling for sunscreens that will help consumers choose the level of protection they want against sunburn, wrinkling, and skin cancer. The labeling changes are expected to be… Read More ›

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Skin Cancer

Cancer Onset in Old Age May Also Signal a Potential Hereditary Risk for Patient’s Family Members

FDA Moves to Standardize Sunscreen Claims

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