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It’s a Myth That Sunscreen Prevents Melanoma in People of Color — A Dermatologist Explains
By Adewole S. Adamson Your Health

It’s a Myth That Sunscreen Prevents Melanoma in People of Color — A Dermatologist Explains

Melanoma is a potentially deadly form of skin cancer that effects people of every racial and ethnic group. The risk factor most closely linked to developing melanoma is exposure to ultraviolet, or UV, rays from the sun. In fact, sunburns have been associated with doubling one’s risk of melanoma. Sunscreen can block UV rays and […]

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Epigenetic and Social Factors Both Predict Aging and Health – But New Research Suggests One Might Be Stronger
By Eileen Crimmins and Jessica Faul Your Health

Epigenetic and Social Factors Both Predict Aging and Health – But New Research Suggests One Might Be Stronger

Can we objectively tell how fast we are aging? With a good measure, scientists might be able to change our rate of aging to live longer and healthier lives. Researchers know that some people age faster than others and have been trying to concisely measure the internal physiological changes that lead to deteriorating health with […]

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