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American Academy of Dermatology Association and Vermont Dermatological Society Laud Policymakers' Leadership SCHAUMBURG, Ill., May 2, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Yesterday Vermont became the second state in the nation, after California, to prohibit the use of indoor tanning beds by minors under the age of 18. This important action is based on significant scientific evidence that indoor tanning is undeniably linked to increased risk of developing melanoma and other forms of skin...

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. Water’s Edge Dermatology, a leading practice with 16 locations in Southeast Florida, shares new studies, pharmaceuticals and skin cancer treatments and tips for Americans to protect their skin and prevent skin cancer. Palm Beach Gardens, FL (PRWEB) May 01, 2012 Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. And during Skin Cancer Awareness Month this May, Americans can learn of the many ways to...

Block Island Organics is a new sun-focused skin care company dedicated to promoting smart fun in the sun through the creation of safe and loveable non-toxic sunscreens and related skin care products. New Shoreham, RI (PRWEB) April 26, 2012 Dedicated to promoting smart fun in the sun, Block Island Organics has launched a new suncare line to kick off the upcoming 2012 summer season. With an organic, mineral-based sunscreen line providing superior UV protection, Block Island Organics creates...

MT. ROYAL, N.J., April 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- During a bustling recent outreach at the Sakura Matsuri Japanese Street Festival, a team of Washington, DC-area volunteers representing the Women's Dermatologic Society (WDS) set a record performing the most free skin cancer screenings in a single-day event, along with the highest-ever percentage of referrals to dermatologists, since the organization's Play Safe in the Sun Campaign began in 2004. Under the leadership of DC-Metro...

BRONXVILLE, N.Y., April 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Your skin is the largest organ of your body. It protects you from harmful bacteria and viruses that can cause infections. It also helps your body sense the outside world and regulate your body temperature. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120424/NY92780) Therefore, it should come as no surprise that billions of dollars are spent each year on skin care products, and billions more are spent on medical costs to treat damaged...

TheBeautyPlace.com is announcing its favorite skin care and hair care beauty products for a safe and fun summer. Miami, FL (PRWEB) April 07, 2012 TheBeautyPlace.com believes in offering their clients essential beauty products at discounted prices. With summer season beginning in a couple months, sun protection is a major focus for the consultants of the online retailer. Besides skin care to prevent sun damage, the consultants concentrate on hair care products to protect clients hair...

NEW YORK, April 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- As one of Hollywood's in-demand actresses, Anna Faris travels the globe shooting films, attending premieres and walking the red carpet. Whether she's in her trailer prepping for a role or enjoying a spare moment at home, Anna maintains healthy, natural glow with help from the Jergens(®) Skincare experts. Providing natural-looking color and broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection, the new Jergens(®) Natural Glow & Protect Daily Moisturizer...

(Ivanhoe Newswire) --  Spring is in the air and people of all ages, are trading in their overcoats and gloves for shorts and tank tops – exposing their skin to ultra-violet rays and skin cancer. Even as the rates of some cancers are falling, the Mayo Clinic is seeing an alarming new trend: the dramatic rise of skin cancer among people under the age of 40. According to researchers the incidence of melanoma has escalated, and young women are being hit the hardest. Researchers conducted...

MINNEAPOLIS, April 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- For the past 9 years Coolibar, the nation's leading sun protective clothing manufacturer, has conducted a survey among the nation's dermatologists during the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), to determine their recommendations for the best methods of sun protection. Research results from the 70th Annual Meeting, the largest meeting on record, held in San Diego, CA, March 17-19, 2012 revealed a unified response....

PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Are you taking care of one the most appealing parts of your body? A new survey from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) and LEO Pharma shows that nearly all respondents (90%) said skin can be sexy. Yet while the majority of respondents (58%) acknowledged that they may be at risk for sun damage, tanned skin was rated one of the most attractive skin features among those surveyed, but at what cost? According to the AAD, tanned skin...