January 2019 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that many childhood cancer survivors at one institution delayed dermatologic care and had inadequate sun protection, risking late diagnosis of skin complications from cancer therapy.
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October 2010 in “JDDG Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” This review discusses the effectiveness of various plant extracts, including Vitis vinifera and Aesculus hippocastanum, in treating dermatological conditions like venous insufficiency and actinic keratoses but reports no new clinical results.
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October 2007 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America” This study found that sulforaphane-rich broccoli sprout extracts reduced UV-induced erythema by 37.7% in humans, suggesting a protective strategy against UVR damage.
April 2016 in “JAMA Dermatology” This commentary highlights the importance of additional sun protection for individuals with alopecia, noting that common headwear like baseball caps may provide insufficient photoprotection for the scalp.
May 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” This review examined clinical studies on topical melatonin for skin protection and found strong evidence that it effectively prevents skin damage from radiation, but noted limited clear evidence for its anti-aging and hair growth benefits due to study design limitations and combined treatments.