Melanoma

Melanoma on the rise in young women; found on scalp
9/12/12 7:41 PM Comment
New research shows that melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, is being diagnosed at a rapid rate among young women in their 20s. But often times it’s hidden in unusual places that typically go unnoticed.
Aspirin could cut skin cancer risk, study says
5/29/12 6:09 PM Comment
A new study says taking an aspirin a day could cut your skin cancer risk.
Study: Melanoma rates increase in young people
4/2/12 10:04 AM Comment
Skin cancer rates among young men and women has dramatically increased since 1970, a new Mayo Clinic study says, and experts are convinced that the use of tanning beds are at least partially to blame.
New cancer drug shows promise
6/6/11 6:06 PM Comment
Mike Brockey of Frederick has a wife, three children and stage four melanoma, a fast-moving deadly skin cancer. He’s 33-years-old.

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