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Living Alone Linked with Higher Risk of Melanoma Death in Men
By Bahar Gholipour published
Men who live alone may have a higher risk of dying from the skin cancer melanoma compared with men who live with a partner, a new study from Sweden finds.

Why Redheads Are at Higher Risk for Melanoma
By Rachael Rettner published
The same genetic mutation that leads to red hair and fair skin may put individuals at risk for skin cancer, a new study suggests.

Melanoma Deaths More Likely in Young Men Than Women
By Bahar Gholipour published
Is there a "male melanoma" and a "female melanoma"? Study says yes.

Coffee May Help Protect Against Skin Cancer
By Anna Azvolinsky published
Caffeine may the reason drinking coffee lowers the risk of the most common type of skin cancer, researchers say.

Plant Agents Promising in Preventing Skin Cancer
By Amanda Chan published
Combinations of plant substances are protective in suppressing damage that can lead to skin cancer, recent research from the University of Texas Health Center in Austin suggests.
Co-Conspirator Cells Contribute to Skin Cancer
By Live Science Staff published
The cells help melanoma get started, new study finds.

Coffee-Drinking May Reduce Risk of Skin Cancer
By Rachael Rettner published
Drinking more than three cups of coffee a day was linked with a reduced risk ofbasal cell carcinoma.
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