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Do Tattoos Increase Your Risk Of Cancer?

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Tattoos have become increasingly popular over the last decade, as more and more people choose to have important symbols or meaningful images or words tattooed on them, but do they increase the risk of health problems, including cancer? Tattoos and skin cancer The case for Tattoos have been linked to an increased risk of infection as a result of breaking the skin, but some health experts believe that they also increase the risk of skin cancer. Dr DJS Tula, a consultant cosmetic surgeon at the BLK Hospital in Delhi, India, said that tattoos can increase the risk of blood-borne infections, including hepatitis B and C and HIV, as well as types of skin cancer including squamous cell, melanoma and carcinoma. Dr Tula added that having a tattoo does not mean that you are going to get skin cancer, but the risk is elevated because of the ink used to create the design. Dr Tula also added that tattoos should never been done close to moles because they make it difficult for people to spot...

5 signs of cancer

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There are a number of features common to all types of cancer. Doctors are advised to pay particular attention to these symptoms to detect cancer in its early stages of development and has successfully overcome it. 1. Pain in certain parts of the body. In the initial stage it just might be a state of discomfort. 2. Rapid weight loss. Cancerous tumors disrupt the metabolic processes in the body, and there is a loss of weight in a month or two. 3. A feeling of weakness. Cancer produces intoxication. 4. The high temperature. Violates human tumor immunity, and he reacts to it. 5. Changing kind of skin and hair. Cancer violates the metabolism and it shows in a person's appearance.

Normal mole can be a threat to your life

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If moles are not located in the most inconvenient places and do not spoil our appearance, most of us do not pay attention to them. And for good reason! Birthmark - this area of ​​the skin where there is a breach of the exchange and synthesis of melanin. Most often, a mole is a smooth dark spot on the skin, but in some cases it may be slightly raised above the surface of the skin, but still be covered with sparse hairs. Be attentive to the condition of moles: using sponges or scrubs try not to touch them, and leaving in the sun, this lubricate the skin sunscreen. Otherwise, a mole may be a dull place of formation of malignant tumors - melanoma. This new growth is accompanied by the rapid emergence of metastases. Your body is a lot of moles, and you're worried about? The best way of precaution would be to remove them, but, of course, not at home - it can only lead to a deterioration. Consult a physician. Currently, there are several ways to remove moles: surgical excision, elec...

How to choose a high-quality product for sunburn?

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Professional cosmetics, designed for sunbathing on nature, has different degree of protection of the skin from ultraviolet rays. On the tubes, they are designated labeled SPF (Sun Protective Factor). Figures 10, 20, 30 etc. indicate how many times helps to reduce exposure to the sun, the tool for sunbathing. The base value of the safe sun exposure is considered to be 10 minutes. If your vehicle is worth marking SPF 12, while exposure to the sun is 120 minutes. All sun-protection cosmetics is indicative gradation levels of protection: 2-6 - base; 8-12 - average; 15-25 - high; 30-50 - intensive; 50 and above - blocking. But the majority of scholars have come to the conclusion that no tool can not provide complete protection against the adverse effects of sunlight. To maximally protect skin from harmful effects of sunlight, sunburn remedy should be selected taking into account the skin type. Experts divided into 6 types of skin: 1. Albinos - people with fair skin and ha...

5 New Beauty Tips to Try This Summer

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Summer is here and you're showing more of yourself to the world. The hot sun and salt water can be rough on your skin. If you want to be a natural summer beauty, try these beauty tips. Not only will you have radiant skin, you'll look better than you have in years. 1. Eyebrow Threading Eyebrow threading is one of those beauty tips you may have never heard of. If you've been pulling, yanking, waxing, and tweezing your eyebrow, chin, and lip hair, there's a much better way. Eyebrow threading is much safer for your skin than waxing. Commercial wax contains resins, fragrances, dyes, and parabens that could do serious damage to your health. Threading uses 100% cotton thread to quickly and efficiently remove hair from the root. It's a great choice for sensitive skin and it lasts much longer than other hair-removal methods. Eyebrow threading gives an attractive shape to your brows waxing and tweezing just can't provide. 2. Apple Cider Vinegar Apple cider vi...

4 Health and Wellness Tips for Tattoo Artists

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Tattoos are extremely popular these days. People are getting new tattoos all the time. But it can also mean more health issues and concerns if the tattoo artist fails to follow proper safety techniques. Not only do people need to learn the healthiest treatment for new tattoos, but so do tattoo artists. The tattoo artists need to make sure they engage in safe and proper techniques to prevent contamination and diseases. Here are 4 Health and Wellness Tips for Tattoo Artists that provide safe and natural methods that can be used effectively and speed up the healing process. Tattoo equipment After you've opened your tattoo business and have everything in place, one of the most important things to remember and to do is to clean your tattoo machines thoroughly. To prevent contamination and diseases, tattoo equipment must be kept clean to prevent contamination and the spread of diseases. Infected machines or needles can cause serious, and even deadly, diseases such as Hepatitis. Ne...

What Are The Health Risks Associated With Tattoos?

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Tattoos are quite popular with people of all ages. From small designs to those that take up large parts of the body, they are an expression of your personality. Some choose to have them for memorial reasons or to honor someone special in their life. Others choose them due to their love of art. Whatever the reason, there are some associated risks with having a tattoo placed on your body. It is important that you are aware of the risks you could face and how you can avoid them if possible. From choosing your tattoo shop to the tattoo location, these tips can help you to be informed of the risks and avoid being a victim yourself. Tattoo Parlor Choice You want to make sure that you are familiar with your tattoo parlor. You want to ask questions about their processes, sterilization procedures and for any licenses that need to be had by parlors in your area. You run the risk of infection if you do not know where you are getting your tattoo. Make sure the place is clean and is a reputab...

Skin cancer vs vitamin D

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REMEMBER when we used to lie out in the sun for hours covered in coconut oil? If you can, you're pre-skin cancer warnings now appear regularly on our TV and billboards. Slip, slop, slap is the message we've being given. But, with vitamin D deficiency more common, many people are also wondering if the sun protection message is affecting their health in other ways. The sun's ultraviolet (UV) radiation is both the major cause of skin cancer and the best source of vitamin D, according to the Cancer Council Australia. "We need to balance the risk of skin cancer from too much sun exposure with maintaining adequate vitamin D levels," it says. "Sensible sun protection does not put people at risk of vitamin D deficiency." Why we need vitamin D and how we get it Vitamin D keeps bones and muscles strong, as well as keep our immune system robust. Low blood levels of the vitamin have been associated increased risk of cardiovascular disease, cognit...