On a serious note - skin cancer
Jul 13th 2009, 3:02 am
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Jul 13th 2009, 3:05 am
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Also through the gut. Do not place ultra-violet lights down your throat due to the risk of deadly internal erythema and electrocution especially if the electrical plug looks like it has been changed.
Jul 13th 2009, 3:06 am
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Hello BC. I have aways had a lot of time for you as a poster.
I was sorry to hear that your mum died in this way and I hope the topic is not bringing discomfort to you. I want people to talk about this and be aware that this not always something that can be sorted out under the surgeon's knife.
I have come home to work, I am sorry to tell you all that my very lovely, extremely ballsy and beautiful friend died in the night surrounded by her family. Lovely pal, 45, gone too soon.
I was sorry to hear that your mum died in this way and I hope the topic is not bringing discomfort to you. I want people to talk about this and be aware that this not always something that can be sorted out under the surgeon's knife.
I have come home to work, I am sorry to tell you all that my very lovely, extremely ballsy and beautiful friend died in the night surrounded by her family. Lovely pal, 45, gone too soon.
Jul 13th 2009, 3:08 am
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My reading of the science regarding vitamin D and bone health is that those people who are most at risk of Vit D deficiency through lack of sunlight are in fact dark skinned people - fair skinned people it is suggested have no or very little need to consciously seek out sun exposure as they are efficient in producing vit D through normal activities. By starting the 'tanning process' it seems to me they'll actually inhibit their ability to produce vitamin D.
Jul 13th 2009, 3:17 am
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Re: On a serious note - skin cancer
My reading of the science regarding vitamin D and bone health is that those people who are most at risk of Vit D deficiency through lack of sunlight are in fact dark skinned people - fair skinned people it is suggested have no or very little need to consciously seek out sun exposure as they are efficient in producing vit D through normal activities. By starting the 'tanning process' it seems to me they'll actually inhibit their ability to produce vitamin D.
Jul 13th 2009, 3:22 am
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I second this, and hope that everyone who reads it - remembers the warning, and I hope someone can benefit from the awful situation your friends in
Wannabe x
Jul 13th 2009, 3:25 am
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I know it sounds sanctimonious but if I could get a sticky placed on this subject I would be really happy. I remember when our lovely WA poster lost her husband in the riptide that many people benefited from that knowledge that was given out on what to be aware of, I have myself been able to warn people of 'rips' that I would not have been able to do beforehand.
If the incredibly quick passing of my friend to this awful and quite probably avoidable disease makes just one person put a hat and a top on, I will feel it worthwhile.
Jul 13th 2009, 3:32 am
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Hi NB. She was my friend and I really was fond of her. She had many long term special people in her life who will be feeling her loss much more keenly.
I know it sounds sanctimonious but if I could get a sticky placed on this subject I would be really happy. I remember when our lovely WA poster lost her husband in the riptide that many people benefited from that knowledge that was given out on what to be aware of, I have myself been able to warn people of 'rips' that I would not have been able to do beforehand.
If the incredibly quick passing of my friend to this awful and quite probably avoidable disease makes just one person put a hat and a top on, I will feel it worthwhile.
I know it sounds sanctimonious but if I could get a sticky placed on this subject I would be really happy. I remember when our lovely WA poster lost her husband in the riptide that many people benefited from that knowledge that was given out on what to be aware of, I have myself been able to warn people of 'rips' that I would not have been able to do beforehand.
If the incredibly quick passing of my friend to this awful and quite probably avoidable disease makes just one person put a hat and a top on, I will feel it worthwhile.
Jul 13th 2009, 3:35 am
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Re: On a serious note - skin cancer
My reading of the science regarding vitamin D and bone health is that those people who are most at risk of Vit D deficiency through lack of sunlight are in fact dark skinned people - fair skinned people it is suggested have no or very little need to consciously seek out sun exposure as they are efficient in producing vit D through normal activities. By starting the 'tanning process' it seems to me they'll actually inhibit their ability to produce vitamin D.
Vitamin D deficiency is widespead and on the increase
Highest rates in South Asia and the Middle East
The main risk factors for low vitamin D levels include older age, female sex, lower latitudes, winter season, darker skin pigmentation, less sunlight exposure, dietary habits, and the absence of vitamin D fortification in common foods. Further factors include the increase in urbanization, where people tend to live and work indoors, as well as cultural practices that tend towards sun avoidance and the wearing of traditional clothing that covers the skin. The severity of the problem in Middle East and South Asia arises from the combination of several of these risk factors.
Jul 13th 2009, 5:19 am
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Re: On a serious note - skin cancer
Hi NB. She was my friend and I really was fond of her. She had many long term special people in her life who will be feeling her loss much more keenly.
I know it sounds sanctimonious but if I could get a sticky placed on this subject I would be really happy. I remember when our lovely WA poster lost her husband in the riptide that many people benefited from that knowledge that was given out on what to be aware of, I have myself been able to warn people of 'rips' that I would not have been able to do beforehand.
If the incredibly quick passing of my friend to this awful and quite probably avoidable disease makes just one person put a hat and a top on, I will feel it worthwhile.
I know it sounds sanctimonious but if I could get a sticky placed on this subject I would be really happy. I remember when our lovely WA poster lost her husband in the riptide that many people benefited from that knowledge that was given out on what to be aware of, I have myself been able to warn people of 'rips' that I would not have been able to do beforehand.
If the incredibly quick passing of my friend to this awful and quite probably avoidable disease makes just one person put a hat and a top on, I will feel it worthwhile.
Jul 13th 2009, 7:01 am
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Re: On a serious note - skin cancer
Hello BC. I have aways had a lot of time for you as a poster.
I was sorry to hear that your mum died in this way and I hope the topic is not bringing discomfort to you. I want people to talk about this and be aware that this not always something that can be sorted out under the surgeon's knife.
I have come home to work, I am sorry to tell you all that my very lovely, extremely ballsy and beautiful friend died in the night surrounded by her family. Lovely pal, 45, gone too soon.
I was sorry to hear that your mum died in this way and I hope the topic is not bringing discomfort to you. I want people to talk about this and be aware that this not always something that can be sorted out under the surgeon's knife.
I have come home to work, I am sorry to tell you all that my very lovely, extremely ballsy and beautiful friend died in the night surrounded by her family. Lovely pal, 45, gone too soon.
Regards,
Cooler
Jul 13th 2009, 7:09 am
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Re: On a serious note - skin cancer
Snap a guy who worked with my husband is also dying from melanoma its right through his body as well. It unfortunately spreads very quickly however there are people who survive it.
Cats and dogs get it as well so if you have a white cat like me sunscreen on the ears in summer and the nose. Also dogs with pink noses and white ears.
Our family have never been beach goers so no bronzying in this house.
Cats and dogs get it as well so if you have a white cat like me sunscreen on the ears in summer and the nose. Also dogs with pink noses and white ears.
Our family have never been beach goers so no bronzying in this house.
Jul 13th 2009, 8:33 am
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Re: On a serious note - skin cancer
Mate, so sorry to hear your sad news.
RIP BB's mate
RIP BB's mate
Jul 14th 2009, 10:53 am
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Please also remember that skin damage by the sun is cumulative over your lifetime. 'Recovering' from sunburn or losing your tan do not undo the damage already done. Every light tan adds to the damage.
For those new to strong sun (UV ratings to 15 in summer compared to 5 in a UK summer) remember that the UV penetrates clothing. A flimsy shirt or top will not protect you. I wear close woven safari-type shirts with long sleeves for working in the garden and still get a light tan on my back and arms without sun screen.
I too have lost colleagues to melanoma - one was a typical blond Norwegian, a young father, who lived in Norway.
Please don't underestimate the risks and think you know better than accepted advice.
For those new to strong sun (UV ratings to 15 in summer compared to 5 in a UK summer) remember that the UV penetrates clothing. A flimsy shirt or top will not protect you. I wear close woven safari-type shirts with long sleeves for working in the garden and still get a light tan on my back and arms without sun screen.
I too have lost colleagues to melanoma - one was a typical blond Norwegian, a young father, who lived in Norway.
Please don't underestimate the risks and think you know better than accepted advice.
Jul 14th 2009, 11:05 am
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Re: On a serious note - skin cancer
Please also remember that skin damage by the sun is cumulative over your lifetime. 'Recovering' from sunburn or losing your tan do not undo the damage already done. Every light tan adds to the damage.
For those new to strong sun (UV ratings to 15 in summer compared to 5 in a UK summer) remember that the UV penetrates clothing. A flimsy shirt or top will not protect you. I wear close woven safari-type shirts with long sleeves for working in the garden and still get a light tan on my back and arms without sun screen.
I too have lost colleagues to melanoma - one was a typical blond Norwegian, a young father, who lived in Norway.
Please don't underestimate the risks and think you know better than accepted advice.
For those new to strong sun (UV ratings to 15 in summer compared to 5 in a UK summer) remember that the UV penetrates clothing. A flimsy shirt or top will not protect you. I wear close woven safari-type shirts with long sleeves for working in the garden and still get a light tan on my back and arms without sun screen.
I too have lost colleagues to melanoma - one was a typical blond Norwegian, a young father, who lived in Norway.
Please don't underestimate the risks and think you know better than accepted advice.