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Parkridge Health System

Skin, Sun, and Cancer

July 24, 2018

Applying sunscreen when you go to the beach or the pool may seem like second nature, but according to the American Cancer Society, new cases ...

tags: basal cell carcinoma , cancer , dermatology , melanoma , skin , skin cancer , squamous cell carcinoma

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Parkridge Health System

The Latest on Skin Cancer

July 17, 2018

The rates of dangerous skin cancers like melanoma have more than tripled since the 1970s, according to the National Cancer Institute. We spoke...

tags: basal cell carcinoma , cancer , dermatology , melanoma , skin , skin cancer , squamous cell carcinoma

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Parkridge Health System

6 Surprising Signs You Need to Drink More Water

May 1, 2018

Thirst isn't a foolproof sign of dehydration. Your age, the weather and the activity you're involved in can all interfere with your thirst response...

tags: bad breath , dehydration , exhaustion , flaky skin , hydration , migraines