Sunscreen that blocks a dangerous type of ultraviolet radiation has been approved by the FDA… finally! Called Anthelios SX, the product contains mexoryl, a chemical that has been shown to block out UVA radiation (which is said to be responsible for everything from skin wrinkles to deadly melanoma skin cancer). Although it has just been […]
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Stronger UVA-blocking sunscreen approved by the FDA
Published July 25th, 2006 in Health Technology, Skin Health and Anti-Aging. 0 CommentsNews blood test may detect lung cancer sooner
Published July 14th, 2006 in Health Technology, Cancer Help and Health Studies. 0 CommentsA new type of blood test may be able to detect lung cancer sooner than X-rays and CT scans can, according to US researchers. This is good news for smokers, former smokers and others at high-risk for lung cancer. Currently only about 25% of non-small cell lung cancer is diagnosed in the earlier stages, when […]
Growth hormone compound may help older adults
Published June 29th, 2006 in Health Technology, Anti-Aging, Supplements and Health Studies. 0 CommentsNew research shows that oral growth hormone secretagogue — also known as GHS — may be able to help older adults improve their physical function as well as their body composition. This is more evidence that, in the near future, human growth hormone technology may be a key to aging gracefully…
From the University of Washington:
Growth […]
New PET/CAT Technology Can Detect Cancer Earlier
Published June 23rd, 2006 in Health Technology and Cancer Help. 0 CommentsNew cancer screening technology that combines the power of PET and CAT scans is able to detect cancer and other diseases earlier. Obviously this is great news for anyone worried about cancer as well as current cancer patients trying to control the disease. Doctors say PET/CAT units will be able to lower medical costs by […]