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The American Cancer Society’s key document measuring cancer rates in the United States — “Cancer Facts and Figures” — says that melanoma rates have not increased since 2000 and that rates are declining for women under age 50 — directly …

“It has been questioned whether or not dermatologists contribute to the increased prevalence of vitamin D deficiency because of sun protection recommendations, Dr. Suh said. However, studies have shown that most Americans probably do not use sun protection properly or …

One of the world’s leading vitamin D advocacy groups this week called for the public to realize that the Sunshine Vitamin’s role in activating the body’s immune system is far-beyond theoretical and has an explained and understood mechanism.

The non-profit …

“Because vitamin D deficiency has been linked to an increased risk of many common deadly cancers, autoimmune diseases, and cardiovascular disease, tanners may benefit from their tanning experience by decreasing their risk of many serious chronic diseases. Patients with vitamin …

What is the biggest question all small businesses ask: How do I get customers to keep coming back? The key is customer service. With so many large and small companies offering many of the same services and products, it’s the …

The Vitamin D Council is reporting another study underscoring the importance of the sunshine vitamin has found that low vitamin D levels in obese children could be a precursor to the development of type 2 diabetes.

“To be published in …

More than six out of 10 tanning salon owners believe this holiday season will be as busy as last year or busier, according to a SmartTan.com poll conducted in late November and early December.

According to the poll, 38 percent …

Another British oncologist has rebuked the cosmetic dermatology industry’s sun-scare tactics, penning an article in the British press Tuesday encouraging people to get regular sun exposure to help them prevent all forms of cancer — even skin cancer.

Dr. Angus …