Sunscreen is a hot topic – and not just because it’s a summertime staple!
There are also many myths and misconceptions surrounding sunscreen’s safety, effectiveness and usefulness.
So, if you’ve ever been confused about when – or if! – to use sunscreen, you’re not alone.
We asked dermatologist Anisha Patel, M.D., about common sunscreen myths. Read on for her answers.
Myth 1: All sunscreens work the...Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to shape nearly every aspect of our lives – including cancer care. At MD Anderson, we see the...
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This month, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved self-collection to test for HPV, the virus that causes cervical cancer. As a researcher who has spent my career studying how to make cancer screening more accessible, especially for underserved populations, I am unbelievably excited.
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Unlike...
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Peritoneal cancer is a rare cancer that develops in the peritoneum, the tissue made of epithelial cells that line the abdominal wall. It’s...
Abdominal pain, heartburn and fatigue can sometimes be symptoms of stomach cancer. But they can also be the result of overeating, untreated...
MD Anderson is known for its cancer care and research. But did you know that for more than a decade, MD Anderson researchers have been working...
Ascites is the accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal space of the abdomen. Though it can be caused by several non-cancerous conditions,...
The emotional impacts of cancer can last long after treatment is completed.
Guilt is just one of the many emotions that may come up...
Retinoblastoma is a cancer that forms in the retina, a layer of tissue in the eye that’s sensitive to light. It’s a rare eye cancer, but it...