Malignant Melanomas: Melanoma: Gene Signature Spells Poor Outcome

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Welcome to my BLOG! My purpose in continuing this Blog is to help educate the public about the dangers associated with the sun (UV Rays) and tanning beds; both which contribute to the developement of Melanoma of the both the skin and eye. I will share what I have learned to help prevent Melanoma and what to expect should you be told you or a loved one have Melanoma. I may from time to time deviate for other educational opportunities, but I hope you continue to learn to protect yourselves, and those you care about from this aggressive cancer. I am a registered nurse with over 33 years experience. If I do not know the answers to a particular question , I have learned how to obtain them. I do not intend to portray or represent myself as any sort of "Expert", only as someone who has learned about Melanoma the hard way. I hope to help others avoid the same experience I have, which is having a loved one be diagnosed with Melanoma. If you are in doubt about the appearance of a mole or a change in a mole, see your doctor. Enjoy my Blog, please feel free to comment to my Blog and stay healthy! That is my goal!

Monday, September 3, 2007

Melanoma: Gene Signature Spells Poor Outcome

Sorry I have not been more vigilant in my postings,I have too many projects including school in the wings. I promise to pay more attention to fighting Melanomas! One would think by now science would have an answer to all our questions and problems regarding Melanomas, but alas they do not. Please refer to this recently published article regarding melanomas. Don't forget to use the sunscreen lotion ans wear your wide brimmed hate s proudly! Check out this article: Melanoma Gene Signature Spells Poor Outcome.

2 comments:

Danielle said...: Chris,

This is an interesting and important post.

Speaking of genetics and genes related to melanoma --

Dr. Sancy Leachman of the Tom C. Mathews Jr. Familial Melanoma Research Clinic at Huntsman Cancer Institute here in Utah, has been working diligently on the study of a gene known as the p16. This gene mutuation is found in some individuals with malignant melanoma and they are research to what extent this gene mutuation plays a role in malignant melanoma. 90%+ of melanomas are caused by over-exposure to ultraviolet radiation, but Huntsman hopes to learn, through researching the p16, how to effectively treat and cure malignant melanomas.

For more information, contact Dr. Leachman at the TCMFMRC at Huntsman Cancer Institute! It's fascinating stuff!

Thanks for all you're doing to fight melanoma, Chris, and good luck with school.

Your SunSavvy Geek Friend,
Danielle.

PS: To answer your question about Blue Lizard, you can either get a free sample from me or purchase it online via www.bluelizard.net.; September 4, 2007 at 11:16 AM
Chris said...: Hey Danielle,

Thanks for the information on Dr. Leachman's work. I will also go to the Blue Lizard site to get their suntan lotion. Send the free sample to someone else who really needs it but cannot get it otherwise. I have another year of scool, and then I will be a more vigilant Cancer Crusader, but I will do the best I can until then!

Signing out,
Another SunSavvy Geek friend,
Chris; September 5, 2007 at 10:21 PM