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Monday, September 29, 2025
TopicSkin cancer

Topic: skin cancer

Skin cancer is no more an ‘old person’s disease’

The sun isn’t acting alone—it has an accomplice in pollution. Environmental toxins weaken our skin’s natural barrier.

No cure, non-contagious—Dear vitiligo patients, don’t be fooled by quacks offering treatment

Stigma surrounding vitiligo leads people to experience mental health effects like low mood, self-esteem issues, and social anxiety. Key things you need to know about this skin condition characterised by the loss of pigment.

Don’t ignore skincare after 60. Brown patches, skin cancers, warts need proper attention

Causes of skin disorders among the elderly include reactions to medicines, age-related conditions, or poor lifestyle. See a qualified dermatologist for geriatric issues.

You release 5,000 chemicals when you smoke—and get wrinkles, pigmentation, psoriasis

The combination of nicotine, carbon monoxide, and free radicals can result in dullness, poor complexion, even cancer. But reversal of such damage is possible.

Phase 2 trial of Moderna-Merck’s personalised cancer vaccine shows positive results

Treatment with Moderna’s experimental mRNA vaccine in combination with Merck’s immunotherapy technology reduced risk of cancer recurrence or death by 44%, the companies said.

Vit C serums to laser hair removal—DIY skincare on Instagram can be lethal for your skin

The Instagram algorithm complements brands’ targeted marketing so you see the products you’re most likely to buy. But the outcomes of DIY skin treatment are different.

Thousands of Australians strip for Spencer Tunick’s cancer awareness photo shoot in Bondi beach

Around 2,500 people took off their clothes on Saturday to pose for US artist Spencer Tunick, to raise awareness about about melanoma, Australia's 4th most common form of cancer.

India sees high number of skin cancer cases in north, northeast regions, ICMR study finds

ICMR report says skin cancer incidence in India is low in proportion to all other cancers in comparison with other regions of the world.

Sunscreen won’t save dark-skinned people from melanoma

The notion that regular application of sunscreen will reduce an already extremely rare occurrence is nonsensical.

On Camera

Pakistan is thrilled with Trump’s embrace. No one’s asking what does US want

The happy and excited Pakistanis should now begin to look at another dark era of authoritarian rule worse than what they experienced under Zia.

Market regulator SEBI clears Adani Group of impropriety alleged by Hindenburg Research

SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.

India looks to procure more S-400/S-500 air defence systems from Russia

The 2018 contract with Russia for 5 S-400 systems had a follow-on clause for 5 more. S-400 was described as a 'game-changer' for shooting down 5 Pakistan fighter jets during Op Sindoor.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.