by The Bowman Institute | Jan 20, 2022 | Uncategorized
Skin cancer rates have been increasing rapidly over the past several decades. A study published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings found that between 1970 and 2009, the rate of melanoma increased by 8-fold in young women and 4-fold in young men. Rising skin cancer rates in...
by The Bowman Institute | Jan 10, 2022 | Uncategorized
Melanoma is a form of skin cancer that forms when melanocytes, which are the cells in the skin that contain pigment, grow uncontrollably. While melanoma is less common than other forms of skin cancer, it can spread to other areas of the body if it is not identified...
by The Bowman Institute | Dec 20, 2021 | Uncategorized
Melanoma is a form of skin cancer that starts in the melanocytes. While melanoma isn’t as common as other skin cancer types, it has a higher tendency to spread. Defending yourself against melanoma is crucial to preserving the health of your skin throughout your life....
by The Bowman Institute | Dec 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
During the winter, people generally spend less time out in the sun and more time inside with family. But, that doesn’t mean the risk of skin cancer disappears during these months. There are still multiple risk factors for skin cancer that exist in winter. The most...
by The Bowman Institute | Nov 20, 2021 | Uncategorized
Wrinkles are most often associated with aging. The body’s natural aging process often leads to wrinkles in the skin, as the proteins that give the skin structure diminish over time. However, aging isn’t the only factor that contributes to wrinkling formation. Most...
by The Bowman Institute | Nov 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
Sunscreen should be a staple in your personal care routine. Whenever you head outside, you need sunscreen to protect your skin against the sun’s damaging rays. To avoid sunburns, premature skin aging, and skin cancer, applying sunscreen is simply a must. But, there’s...
