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health2 days ago•7 min saved

Six simple habits to help lower cancer risk, per an oncologist

An oncologist outlines six practical steps to reduce cancer risk: breaks up long periods of sitting with light activity; aim for at least 30g of fibre daily (including fermented foods) to support gut health; limit processed meats (and red meat) due to cancer risk; protect skin from UV exposure with SPF 30+ and shade; maintain oral health with regular brushing and flossing; choose a form of exercise you can stick with regularly. The guidance emphasizes sustainable, everyday habits rather than a perfect plan, acknowledging genetics and chance still play a role.

via Women's Health|

#cancer-prevention #fibre #health

world12 days ago•2 min saved

Athens embraces sun-smart styling as heatwaves heighten UV awareness

European heatwaves have heightened awareness of ultraviolet radiation; in Athens, tourists increasingly wear hats, sunglasses, and umbrellas and use sunscreen, with Red Cross volunteers noting fewer hats distributed as visitors adopt protective measures. Greece’s record tourism (38 million visitors last year) comes despite the third-hottest summer on record, underscoring a growing focus on sun safety among travelers.

via Euronews.com|

#greece-tourism #heatwave #red-cross

business18 days ago•336 min saved

Sun-protective fashion goes mainstream as UPF gear heats up

CNN reports that sun-protective clothing and UPF accessories are moving into mainstream fashion in the U.S., with consumers opting for UV-blocking garments like long sleeves, masks, and head coverings over sunscreen. Brands such as Uniqlo are expanding UPF lines, and market forecasts show rising demand and stockouts as sun protection becomes a daily consideration in fashion.

via cnn.com|

#business #fashion-trend #market-growth

health23 days ago•4 min saved

Daily Sunscreen May Help Rewind Sun-Damaged Skin

Dermatologists say regular, daily sunscreen use can reduce sun damage and improve skin texture and tone over time, potentially making skin look younger by enabling its natural repair processes; it won’t undo deep wrinkles, so consistency and using it with other anti-aging products (like retinol and vitamin C) are important, along with reapplication and sun protection through shade and avoidance of peak UV.

via Prevention|

#dermatology #health #skin-aging

health1 month ago•8 min saved

Shield Your Skin On The Road: Easy Sun-Safety Gear For Driving

UV rays can reach skin through car windows and accumulate during everyday driving, contributing to skin cancer risk even with a windshield in place. The article notes side windows offer less protection and suggests simple, on-the-go protection: SPF 30 body lotion, SPF 30 lip balm, UV 400 sunglasses, UPF 50+ driving gloves or arm sleeves, a sun hoodie, a neck gaiter, a removable sunshade, a convertible visor, and a sun shawl, all presented with shopping options. It cites the American Academy of Dermatology on skin cancer being the most common US cancer and emphasizes that routine, road-time sun exposure adds up over time.

via HuffPost|

#dermatology #driving #health

health1 month ago•19 min saved

Why I Wear Sunscreen Indoors—and How to Pick a Better SPF

A Washington Post Well+Being column by Dr. Trisha Pasricha explains that UVA rays can penetrate windows, so wearing sunscreen indoors helps prevent aging and skin cancer. It recommends mineral sunscreens with iron oxide for protection against visible light and for many skin tones, notes that SPF 30 provides substantial UVB protection, and emphasizes choosing a broad-spectrum product. The piece also offers four practical tips for buying an effective sunscreen.

via The Washington Post|

#health #indoors #physical-health

health1 month ago•5 min saved

Texas woman’s melanoma warning: early skin checks could have saved her life

A 26-year-old Texas woman, Alondra Sierra, shared a warning before dying of stage IV melanoma, recounting a freckle she noticed at 19 and urging full-body skin checks for early detection; despite surgeries, immunotherapy, and radiation, the cancer spread and she died July 17, 2026, leaving a plea to others to get checked.

via New York Post|

#awareness #early-detection #health

health1 month ago•7 min saved

Dermatologists Endorse Mineral Sunscreen as Top Anti-Aging Tool

A survey of 62 dermatologists finds mineral sunscreen is ranked the top product to prevent fine lines and redness, praised for gentleness and skin compatibility; experts stress daily use and reapplication to shield against UV damage, while acknowledging other anti-aging products like retinoids and vitamin C still play a role.

via Women's Health|

#dermatologists #health #mineral-sunscreen

health2 months ago•248 min saved

Watch for a New Pigment Spot: Dermatologists Warn About the Early Sign of Skin Cancer

Dermatologists say the most commonly missed early sign of skin cancer is a new pigmented spot that looks like a mole or freckle. Changes in existing moles matter, but a new lesion can be the first clue, so see a dermatologist if you notice one. Protect your skin from UV exposure with SPF 50+ and protective clothing, especially during peak sun hours. A family history or fair skin increases risk, so annual (or higher-risk) skin checks are advised. Early detection dramatically improves melanoma survival (about 99% five-year survival when caught early, vs. 68% after it has spread).

via AOL.com|

#dermatology #early-detection #health

travel2 months ago•185 min saved

Sardinia’s Punta Molentis bans umbrellas for most beachgoers this summer

A Sardinian beach at Punta Molentis has banned umbrellas for most adults (ages 10–65) to prevent overcrowding and aid evacuations after last year’s wildfire; only families with children up to 10 and people 65+ may use one large umbrella, with a €10 daily fee from June through late October (disabled visitors exempt). The rule drew criticism from sun-seekers, but officials say it reduces evacuation gridlock caused by dense shade setups.

via CNN|

#beach-umbrellas #punta-molentis #sardinia

health2 months ago•134 min saved

FDA Clears Bemotrizinol: A New UV Filter Brings U.S. Sunscreens Closer to Global Formulations

The FDA has approved bemotrizinol as a safe UV filter, marking the first new sunscreen ingredient cleared in the U.S. in over 25 years. The chemical provides UVA/UVB protection with low skin absorption and has long been used in Europe and other regions. While not automatically making its way onto U.S. shelves, this approval signals a shift toward more modern sunscreen formulations and could pave the way for well-known foreign sunscreens (e.g., Bioré UV, Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun, La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400) to enter the U.S. market in future approvals.

via The Cut|

#bemotrizinol #fda #health

health3 months ago•15 min saved

Collagen for Skin: Real Strategies and Myths Debunked

Collagen naturally declines with age, starting in your 20s and accelerating in later decades, and is further degraded by sun exposure, pollution, smoking, and high sugar intake. To support it, commit to daily SPF 30+, use retinoids, antioxidants, and peptides, and favor vitamin C–rich foods to aid collagen formation; note that topical collagen cannot penetrate deeply. Oral collagen supplements (like Verisol) may improve skin quality for some people, but results vary. For deeper results, dermatology treatments such as chemical peels, lasers, microneedling (often with PRP), radiofrequency or ultrasound devices, and biostimulating fillers can stimulate new collagen. A combination of sun protection, effective actives, nutrition, and appropriate in-office procedures offers the best path to firmer, more youthful-looking skin.

via Women's Health|

#anti-aging #collagen #dermatology

health3 months ago•3 min saved

SPF Demystified: Why Bigger Numbers Aren't a Free Pass

Dermatologists explain that SPF mainly measures UVB protection; higher numbers don’t double protection (SPF 30 blocks ~97% UVB, SPF 50 ~98%, SPF 100 ~99%). Choose broad-spectrum, water-resistant formulas and reapply every two hours (or after swimming/sweating). Combine with shade, hats, sunglasses, and protective clothing for best sun protection.

via PBS|

#health #spf #sun-protection

lifestyle3 months ago•12 min saved

Five Signals Your Skin Is Aging Gracefully

A HuffPost Style & Beauty piece highlights five signs your skin is aging well: quick wound healing, consistently smooth and hydrated texture, preserved facial volume indicating healthy collagen, minimal discoloration from sun exposure and blue light, and never smoking; it also notes that sleep, exercise and stress influence how skin ages.

via HuffPost|

#aging #beauty #lifestyle

science3 months ago•3 min saved

Grapes May Boost Skin’s UV Defense Through Gene Changes

A small study of four volunteers found that consuming about three servings of grapes daily for two weeks altered gene expression in skin cells, promoting UV-protective changes (keratinization and cornification) and reducing the oxidative stress marker malondialdehyde, suggesting grapes may confer UV protection via nutrigenomic effects; the mechanism is still unclear and findings are early, with prior data and funding from the California Table Grape Commission noted.

via Gizmodo|

#grapes #nutrigenomics #science