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Sun Sense: A Complete Guide to the Prevention, Early Detection and Treatment of Skin Cancer
Sun Sense A Complete Guide to the Prevention Early Detection and Treatment of Skin Cancer Author:Perry Robins SUN SENSE is for everyone who is concerned about skin health, sun protection, and skin cancer prevention. In a highly readable style, Dr. Robins reveals the devastating effects of the sun on the skin, including premature aging and of course, skin cancer. This complete guide includes color photographs and descriptions to aid in early detection of... more » tumors and precancerous growths, and detailed information on such subjects as the most common types of skin cancer, skin cancer causes and risk factors, sunscreens and sun susceptibility, protecting children and teenagers, selecting sunglasses, the perils of tanning parlors, ozone depletion and what it means for the future, self-examination of the skin, options for treatment, reconstructive surgery, skin cancer patients' own stories, techniques for treating sun-damaged and aging skin, and promising research in malignant melanoma, the most deadly form of skin cancer. Chockful of information and simple, practical suggestions, this is a valuable resource for health-conscious readers, patients, parents, and health educators.« less