Skin Cancer News and Research

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Scientists find link between airborne allergies and risk of blood cancers in women

A team of scientists looking into the interplay of the immune system and cancer have found a link between a history of airborne allergies - in particular to plants, grass and trees - with risk of blood cancers in women.

25 Nov 2013

Study highlights need for ongoing surveillance for melanoma survivors

Melanoma survivors are being warned to stay vigilant about skin checks, with new research showing a high risk of a subsequent melanoma diagnosis on the same body part as the original.

22 Nov 2013

Research: New drugs show ability to rapidly shrink melanoma tumors

Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer, killing more than 8,000 in the U.S. each year. Approximately 40 percent of advanced melanoma tumors are driven to grow by the presence of mutations in a gene known as the BRAF gene.

21 Nov 2013

New research highlights urgent need to address distress in long-term melanoma survivors

More than one-third of Queensland melanoma survivors are suffering clinically significant psychological distress, despite the high survival rate associated with the cancer.

21 Nov 2013

Layers of skin that form first line of defence in body's fight against infection reveal secret

The layers of skin that form the first line of defence in the body's fight against infection have revealed a unanticipated secret.

19 Nov 2013

Vismodegib drug does not offer added benefits for patients with BCC

The drug vismodegib (trade name: Erivedge) is approved for the treatment of patients with two forms of basal cell carcinoma: symptomatic metastatic BCC and locally advanced BCC inappropriate for surgery or radiotherapy.

19 Nov 2013

New hope for patients whose melanoma has metastasised to the brain

New data show that in patients whose melanoma (BRAF V600 mutation-positive) has spread (metastasised) to the brain, Zelboraf (vemurafenib) extends life expectancy by over six months compared to chemotherapy.1 These results are welcome news for patients suffering from metastatic melanoma, as up to half of these patients are diagnosed with brain metastases with many given less than six months to live.1

18 Nov 2013

Scientists reveal surprising role for HDAC1 proteins in development of skin tumors

Findings by scientists from the Max F. Perutz Laboratories (MFPL) of the University of Vienna and the Medical University of Vienna reveal a surprising role for histone deacetylase 1 (HDAC1) - a member of a family of chromatin modifying proteins - in the development of skin tumors.

18 Nov 2013

Researchers explain new function of 2 key molecules involved in tumor progression

Researchers from IMIM (Hospital del Mar Medical Research Institute) lead by Dr. Sandra Peir- have described a new function for two key molecules involved in tumor progression.

16 Nov 2013

European Commission grants marketing authorization for Bayer HealthCare's Xofigo injection

Bayer HealthCare announced today that the European Commission has granted marketing authorization for Xofigo (radium Ra 223 dichloride) solution for injection for the treatment of adults with castration-resistant prostate cancer, symptomatic bone metastases and no known visceral metastases. This decision follows a positive recommendation from the European Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use in September of this year.

15 Nov 2013

Novel combination anti-psoriasis therapy targets genetic abnormalities in deeper layers of the skin

A novel combination anti-psoriasis therapy has potential for superior and longer-lasting therapeutic effects than current topical treatments by targeting genetic abnormalities in deeper layers of the skin. This research is being presented at the 2013 American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists Annual Meeting and Exposition, the world's largest pharmaceutical sciences meeting, in San Antonio, Nov. 10-14.

15 Nov 2013

Sunscreen application and skin cancer: an interview with Dr Michelle Hunt, Inner Sydney Dermatology

Unfortunately the incidence of skin cancer has risen in Australia over the past decades. From 1982 to 2007, melanoma diagnosis increased by around 50%, and in 2011, 1544 people died due to melanoma.

13 Nov 2013

Results announced for Phase 3B/4 study of RAPAMUNE in kidney transplant patients

Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:PFE) announced today top-line results from a Phase 3B/4 study of RAPAMUNE® (sirolimus) evaluating kidney transplant patients who transitioned from tacrolimus-based therapy (TAC) to RAPAMUNE® 3 to 5 months after transplant.

12 Nov 2013

Online skin cancer detection training course improves physicians skill levels

Primary care physicians who took an online training course about skin cancer detection significantly improved their skill to properly diagnose and manage benign and malignant lesions, according to a national study from Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.

8 Nov 2013

PhotoMedex third quarter 2013 revenues decrease 19% to $45.9 million

PhotoMedex, Inc. today reported financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013.

6 Nov 2013

Scientists identify new algorithm to distinguish two subtypes of malignant melanoma

Scientists of the University of Ulm and Columbia University have discovered a diagnostic algorithm to distinguish two subtypes of malignant melanoma. Desmoplastic and spindle cell melanoma may look alike - they often resemble little scars or retractions of the skin - but differ in prognosis and therapeutic options.

4 Nov 2013

UAB experts offer advice on how to slow aging, boost self-esteem

For many men and women older than 30, the fun of birthdays fades with aging, but experts at the University of Alabama at Birmingham offer advice on how to slow aging and boost self-esteem.

4 Nov 2013

Physician treatment perceptions in actinic keratosis: an interview with Kim Kjøller, Senior Vice President for Global Development, LEO Pharma

Firstly, actinic keratosis (AK) is a common dermatological condition caused by cumulative exposure to the sun. Providing patients with effective treatment is very important, as AK can lead to forms of non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) if not diagnosed and treated early. In fact, two in three cases of squamous cell carcinoma (a common form of skin cancer), begin as AK.

29 Oct 2013

Dermatologists provide list of specific treatments, procedures not required for medical care

The American Academy of Dermatology today released its list of specific treatments and procedures related to skin health and care that are not always necessary.

29 Oct 2013

Phase 3 study shows STELARA inhibits structural damage in patients with active psoriatic arthritis

New findings from two integrated Phase 3 Janssen Research & Development, LLC (Janssen)-sponsored studies showed treatment with STELARA- (ustekinumab) resulted in significantly greater inhibition of structural damage in patients with active psoriatic arthritis compared with placebo.

29 Oct 2013

Skin Cancer News and Research

Latest Skin Cancer News and Research

Scientists find link between airborne allergies and risk of blood cancers in women

Study highlights need for ongoing surveillance for melanoma survivors

Research: New drugs show ability to rapidly shrink melanoma tumors

New research highlights urgent need to address distress in long-term melanoma survivors

Layers of skin that form first line of defence in body's fight against infection reveal secret

Vismodegib drug does not offer added benefits for patients with BCC

New hope for patients whose melanoma has metastasised to the brain

Scientists reveal surprising role for HDAC1 proteins in development of skin tumors

Researchers explain new function of 2 key molecules involved in tumor progression

European Commission grants marketing authorization for Bayer HealthCare's Xofigo injection

Novel combination anti-psoriasis therapy targets genetic abnormalities in deeper layers of the skin

Sunscreen application and skin cancer: an interview with Dr Michelle Hunt, Inner Sydney Dermatology

Results announced for Phase 3B/4 study of RAPAMUNE in kidney transplant patients

Online skin cancer detection training course improves physicians skill levels

PhotoMedex third quarter 2013 revenues decrease 19% to $45.9 million

Scientists identify new algorithm to distinguish two subtypes of malignant melanoma

UAB experts offer advice on how to slow aging, boost self-esteem

Physician treatment perceptions in actinic keratosis: an interview with Kim Kjøller, Senior Vice President for Global Development, LEO Pharma

Dermatologists provide list of specific treatments, procedures not required for medical care

Phase 3 study shows STELARA inhibits structural damage in patients with active psoriatic arthritis

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Skin Cancer News and Research

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