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Vegan Soap Collection – New from NOHARM

Saturday, May 18th, 2013 at 4:18 am  


(PRWEB) May 06, 2013

Handmade Botanical Organic Soaps Each Made in the USA. The mixture of organic extra virgin olive oil, organic palm oil, and organic coconut oil produces a firm, long-lasting bar with a richly foaming lather that rinses easily. A cold-process method of soapmaking, all of the vegetable glycerin, a natural moisturizer produced during saponification, is retained in NOHARM soaps. The result is a soap that gently moisturizes the skin while you are bathing, often making a lotion unnecessary. Also, NOHARM recipes are "superfatted," meaning that there is an additional amount of organic plant oil added to produce a bar which creates a luxurious smoothness on the skin, both during washing and afterwards.

The eco-friendly packaging is 100% recycled and recyclable. 85% organic content: organic extra virgin olive oil, organic coconut oil, organic palm oil. No artificial fragrances, colors or preservatives.

NOHARM Vegan Soap, Orange Cinnamon with Olive Mud & Green Clay. Made in the USA.

Orange Cinnamon with Olive Mud & Green Clay - The sweet citrus of orange and the spiciness of cinnamon essential oils combine in a scent that both enlivens and invigorates. The organic olive mud, ultrafine particles of olive pomace that settle out of unfiltered organic extra virgin olive oil, is a rich substance high in antioxidants and is a moisturizing superfatting oil. Ingredients: saponified certified organic extra virgin olive oil, saponified certified organic palm and coconut oils, green clay, cold-pressed orange essential oil, organic olive mud, cinnamon leaf essential oil, vitamin E (plant derived, GMO-free). 5.3 oz, 2.75" tall, 2.3" wide, 1.5" thick.

NOHARM Vegan Soap, Bay West Indies & Red Clay. Made in the USA.

Bay West Indies & Red Clay - A recipe for skin rejuvenation, this bar combines the antiseptic properties of Eucalyptus essential oil with the gentle exfoliation of red clay and the soothing properties of aloe to cleanse and detoxify. The spicy aroma of bay west indies essential oil gives this soap a refreshing, invigorating scent. Ingredients: saponified certified organic extra virgin olive oil, saponified certified organic palm and coconut oils, bay west indies essential oil, eucalyptus essential oil, red clay, organic aloe vera powder, Vitamin E (plant derived, GMO-free). 5.3 oz, 2.75" tall, 2.3" wide, 1.5" thick.

NOHARM Vegan Soap, Clove with Apricot Shell. Made in the USA.

Clove with Apricot Shell - A sweet and spicy scent known to many people from its use in cooking, clove essential oil has beneficial antimicrobial properties. Combined with the cleansing ability of ground apricot shell, this bar makes a wonderful soap for sink use, especially for those people who tend to get their hands dirty. This is favorite among men. Ingredients: saponified certified organic extra virgin olive oil, saponified certified organic palm and coconut oils, steam-distilled clove essential oil, ground apricot shell, Vitamin E (plant derived, GMO-free). 5.3 oz, 2.75" tall, 2.3" wide, 1.5" thick.







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Protect Your Pet and Family This Spring with 8-Month Lasting Seresto Flea & Tick Control Collar from PetCareRx.com

Sunday, May 12th, 2013 at 8:20 pm  


New York, NY (PRWEB) April 08, 2013

Through a sustained release technology, Seresto kills fleas within 24 hours and ticks within 48 hours after initial application and continues working for eight months. The collar continuously releases low concentrations of the active ingredients onto the pet?s skin.

This is the first product of its kind that remains effective for eight months. At PetCareRx.com's great everyday prices, it costs less than $ 10 a month, making it even more economical than popular monthly topicals like Frontline Plus for Dogs.

Most veterinarians recommend year-round flea and tick protection, regardless of where a pet lives; Seresto effectively protects cats and dogs for much of the year, and, certainly, for peak season in most places.

Is Seresto The Right Choice?

To find out when peak flea and tick season is where pet parents live across the United States, check out the PetCareRx Flea & Tick Tracker http://www.petcarerx.com/fleatickmap. This tool takes real time weather data based on zip code and determines the threat level for fleas and ticks based on historical patterns and current conditions. It will also tell consumers how many months of the year are peak season for fleas and ticks.

When fleas and ticks come in contact with pets, they can result in a whole host of dangers and annoyances for pets and families. From Lyme disease to flea infestation, prevention is truly the best medicine when it comes to fleas and ticks.

The Flea & Tick Tracker and wealth of flea and tick prevention and treatment information http://www.petcarerx.com/fleatick available at PetCareRx.com are designed to make it easier for pet parents to find a personalized flea and tick solution for their family's needs.

Seresto is an innovative, long-lasting, effective and economical option for pet parents to consider.

About PetCareRx: PetCareRx's mission is to add love to the world by enhancing the lives of pets and pet parents. To enable this mission, their guiding pet wellness philosophy is that every pet deserves lots of love, proper nutrition, complete protection, and personalized care. In this spirit they provide treats and toys, foods and vitamins, flea, tick and heartworm protection, and a vast range of prescription medications, all at a great value and with Internet convenience. Learn more at http://www.petcarerx.com. Connect on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/PetCareRx. Follow us on Twitter @_petcarerx.







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Fake Roses ? This Year’s New Mother?s Day Home Fragrance Craze from Jodhpuri Inc.

Sunday, May 12th, 2013 at 8:23 am  


Parsippany, New Jersey (PRWEB) April 30, 2013

Cheap, low-quality, brittle, tasteless, and tacky. These are the adjectives that many people think about when they imagine artificial roses. For centuries, real roses have been one of love?s greatest symbols. Until recent years, giving your loved one an artificial rose might certainly have ended in disaster. However, a highly acclaimed home fragrance company has recently perfected the artificial rose, making it look, feel, and smell just like the real thing. What better way to show undying love than with a rose that will never die?

Today, people around the world are recognizing the beauty of Jodhpuri?s artificial rose bouquets. Artificial roses have made a surprising entrance into the flower industry, with Jodhpuri?s artificial scented rose arrangement recently becoming one of the hottest home d?cor items on the market today. Unlike typical roses, Jodhpuri?s surprisingly realistic scented artificial flowers will never wither, meaning your loved one will enjoy your gift for seasons to come.

Formed by high-precision mods, Jodhpuri?s intricately designed roses have a natural and realistic look. The amazing elasticity of the stems, foliage, and buds imitates the flexibility of real flowers, while the natural-looking fibers make the roses look and feel incredibly realistic. Most importantly, Jodhpuri?s unique rose fragrances are embedded into each petal, giving them a pleasant and lasting scent.

Jodhpuri has many rose-scented products available for Mother?s Day, including rose bouquets in trays, paper-wrapped rose bouquets, rose-scented potpourri, and marvelous artificial single rose and tulip stems.

Although love may last forever, a simple rose bouquet definitely won?t. Make this Mother?s Day one she?ll never forget with Jodhpuri?s exceptional artificial rose bouquets that will last for times to come. Unlike real flowers, Jodhpuri?s roses can be kept as still-beautiful keepsakes for years. Whether you choose Jodhpuri?s rose potpourri, artificial bouquets, incense, Scented Real Touch Stems, or other floral arrangements, Jodhpuri?s products will surely impress.

For more information, or to see Jodhpuri?s entire product line, please visit http://www.jodhpurionline.com. Jodhpuri products are also available on the amazon marketplace, search word ?Jodhpuri.?

Jodhpuri Inc. is headquartered in Parsippany, NJ, and has been in business for over 23 years. Jodhpuri is a leading manufacturer and distributor of home fragrance and d?cor products, such as potpourri, incense, artificial greenery, and other related items.







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Are Your Wedding Wishes Bigger Than Your Budget? Tips for an Affordable Dream Wedding from PartyLite

Sunday, May 12th, 2013 at 1:20 am  


Plymouth, MA (PRWEB) April 23, 2013

If your wedding dreams are big, but your wedding budget isn?t, you can still have your dream wedding. Be smart. Get creative! Here are some easy changes to consider:


????Buy a great gown at a charity thrift shop ? why not?
????Keep your caterer, but adjust your menu to more modest choices.
????Pass up the pricey photographer, and invite your guests to upload their photos to a shared photo site.
????Un-hire the band; hire a DJ.
????Cut a smaller ?show? cake; serve pieces of a simple sheet cake.

And last but not least, skip the gazillion dollar florist, and create your own centerpieces. Your best friends will help you. You can do it beautifully and practically free with PartyLite.

Famous for platinum quality candles and candle accessories -- including many that hold both flowers and candles -- PartyLite can help you create your own fabulous, can?t-fail centerpieces.????

?For brides who host a PartyLite party, there are gifts for the wedding party and for guests that are either free or half-price,? said Michael Norris, president of PartyLite Americas. ?You can afford wonderful centerpieces easily with all of our special discounts for people hosting parties ? in a home or online. And if you still have some time before your wedding, you can do even better. Savvy brides-to-be are opening their own PartyLite businesses to earn the extra money they need for the wedding of their dreams.?

A little early planning can save hundreds of dollars for a cost-conscious bride. One PartyLite consultant described how one of her best customers called her the moment her daughter got engaged. Mother and daughter picked out candle and flower holders that worked perfectly for centerpieces. Then, the bride, her mom and the maid of honor each hosted PartyLite parties. The bride was able to get most of her centerpieces at no cost, using host credits, and she obtained the rest as half-priced items. They had fun during those pre-wedding weeks, avoided a major florist charge, and created centerpieces the wedding guests found original and charming.

Great choices for bridal centerpieces include GloLite by PartyLite? candles, The World?s Brightest Candle?. Unscented, ivory GloLite pillar candles are perfect for creating a gorgeous, romantic glow in the center of each table. Consider the Clearly Creative group of clear glass candle holders for a stunning combination of flowers and candles that your guests will find enchanting. The Symmetry group works beautifully, too. Add just a few floral sprigs and voila! Your centerpieces are simple, stunning and remarkably affordable.

PartyLite is the world?s #1 party plan company selling candles, candle holders, flameless fragrance and wax warmers, as well as holiday and home d?cor, with nearly 55,000 independent PartyLite business owners in 18 different countries. PartyLite ranks # 31 in the Direct Selling News ?Global 100 top revenue-generating direct selling companies.? Based in Plymouth, Mass., PartyLite is a member of the Direct Selling Association. This year, PartyLite celebrates 40 years as the global leader in its category and 23 years as a member of the Blyth family of companies (NYSE:BTH). For more information, please visit: http://www.PartyLite.com .







Unisource Worldwide Now Offers Nobles? and Orbio? Products from Tennant Company in California & Florida Markets

Saturday, May 11th, 2013 at 2:21 pm  


Norcross, GA (PRWEB) May 03, 2013

Unisource Worldwide, Inc., one of the largest privately-held companies in the United States and a global provider of cleaning and hygiene products, has added Tennant Company?s extensive line of Nobles branded floor care equipment and its innovative Orbio 5000-Sc to the Unisource portfolio in the California and Florida marketplace.

?Nobles equipment ? engineered by the Tennant Company featuring ec-H2O? technology ? has all of the features our customers are asking for,? says John Glaze, President ? Facility Supplies for Unisource Worldwide. The chemical-free system has proven effectiveness while reducing cleaning costs, improving floor traction and reducing the environmental impact of cleaning operations. The technology has received certification from the National Floor Safety Institute, along with NSF registration for use in food and beverage environments.

A related technology is also used in the Orbio 5000-Sc, a stand-alone dispensing unit that uses just water, salt and electricity to convert tap water into an effective cleaning solution that can be used in many daily cleaning applications such as window/mirror cleaning, hard surface cleaning, and carpet/upholstery cleaning. The solution created in the process is odorless and non-irritating to skin or eyes of the user or building occupants. User costs are reduced, as there is no need for buying, transporting, storing, and disposing of many conventional daily-use cleaning chemicals and packaging.

With an extensive supplier base, national distribution network, logistics expertise, and nationwide sales force, Unisource offers convenient access and reliable and timely delivery of industry-leading cleaning and facility maintenance products. The company offers a vast array of customer solutions that fulfill customer needs for maintenance supplies, cleaning chemicals and equipment, sanitary papers, packaging materials, and office papers.

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About Unisource Worldwide, Inc.

Unisource Worldwide, Inc., headquartered in Norcross, Ga. is one of the largest privately held companies in the United States and offers a comprehensive suite of customer solutions ? including engineered design capabilities, eBusiness technologies, logistics expertise, paper brokerage services, and environmentally-responsible options. The company also markets a full line of commercial printing and business imaging papers, packaging materials and systems, and facility supplies and equipment. With more than 4,500 Team Members located worldwide throughout business units in the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia and a fleet of ?Big Red? trucks based at approximately 90 locations across North America, Unisource is the company that provides Customer Solutions in a Global Market. Unisource can be found online at http://www.unisourceworldwide.com.

About Tennant Company

Minneapolis-based Tennant Company is a world leader in designing, manufacturing and marketing solutions that help create a cleaner, safer, healthier world. Its products include equipment for maintaining surfaces in industrial, commercial and outdoor environments; chemical-free and other sustainable cleaning technologies; and coatings for protecting, repairing and upgrading floors. Tennant's global field service network is the most extensive in the industry. Tennant has manufacturing operations in Minneapolis, Minn.; Holland, Mich.; Louisville, Ky; Uden, The Netherlands; the United Kingdom; S?o Paulo, Brazil; and Shanghai, China and sells products directly in 15 countries and through distributors in more than 80 countries. For more information, visit http://www.tennantco.com.

For more information contact:

Kevin Feeney

Senior Director, Corporate Communications

Unisource Worldwide, Inc.

(770) 209-6552







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Pollen Allergy Relief with Raw Honey From Alexandria Bay, Chenango and Ballston Spa, New York Beekeeping Associations

Thursday, May 9th, 2013 at 8:22 pm  


United States (PRWEB) May 07, 2013

Many who suffer from pollen allergies are finding that raw honey helps relieve their symptoms. The Mohawk Valley Trading Company (where they specialize in raw varietal honey) names a few beekeeping associations in Alexandria Bay, Chenango and Ballston Spa, New York where health conscious consumers can find honey producers to buy from directly.

?Raw wildflower honey is often used by pollen allergy sufferers to lessen their sensitivity to pollen by eating 1 to 2 teaspoons of it each day,? said Mary Ross of the Mohawk Valley Trading Company where they specialize in raw varietal honey. Varietal honey is made primarily from the nectar of a particular type of blossom or flower. To capture the unique character and flavor of the blossom or flower, beekeepers must study botanical bloom and flowering patterns when planning hive placement.

?The idea is that like a vaccine, by introducing small amounts of pollen into their system a little bit at a time by eating raw honey, a tolerance to pollen allergens is built up.?

?However,? Ross continued, ?when buying honey for its health-benefits, it must be raw honey. Heating honey (pasteurization) destroys the all of the pollen, enzymes, propolis, vitamins, amino acids, antioxidants, and aromatics. Honey that has been heated and filtered is called commercial, liquid or regular honey. Before purchasing, make sure to ask if it is raw honey."

Empire State Honey Producers Association - Alexandria Bay, NY

Southern Tier Beekeepers Association ? Chenango, NY

Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association - Ballston Spa, NY

About Honey Bees

Bees are insects that are related to wasps and ants and there are approximately 20,000 known species of bees found on every continent except Antarctica. Honeybees (Apis mellifera) are not native to the United States as they were introduced by Europeans to produce honey and beeswax. Honeybees are responsible for pollinating 80% of flowering crops, and without them the world?s food supply would be dramatically reduced.

As people become more conscious of the important role that honeybees play in their daily lives, beekeeping is becoming more mainstream and is now allowed in many urban and suburban municipalities. Since 2006, beekeepers in the North America and Europe have noticed a mystifying occurrence called Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD) in which worker bees from a beehive or European honey bee colony abruptly disappear, leaving the queen and insect larvae behind, unable to fend for themselves. While such disappearances have occurred throughout the history of apiculture, the term colony collapse disorder was first applied to a drastic rise in the number of disappearances of Western honey bee colonies in North America in late 2006.

In a 2013, a formal review by the European Food Safety Authority stated that recent studies show that neonicotinoid pesticides, some of the most widely used pesticides in the world, pose an unacceptably high risk to bees, and that the industry-sponsored science upon which regulatory agencies' claims of safety have relied is flawed and possibly deliberately deceptive.

Honey has been used by humans since ancient times for its health benefits and as a sweetener and flavoring for many foods and beverages, with tea being the most popular. Next to maple syrup, it is the most commonly used natural sweetener in North America.

Honey bees make honey by collecting nectar from flowers and regurgitating it into beeswax honeycombs inside their hive. Beeswax is a natural wax produced in the hive of honey bees of the genus Apis and its most popular uses are beeswax candles and as an ingredient in natural skin care products.

The flavor and color of honey is determined by the type of flower the bees gather the nectar from; therefore, when cooking or baking with honey it is a good idea to taste the honey before using it in a recipe. For example: a dark honey like tulip poplar-black locust honey will result in a strong, heavy, pungent flavor, whereas orange blossom honey will result in a delicate orange flavor. Dark-colored honey is considered to be higher in minerals and antioxidants than light-colored honey, and one of the most well-known dark-colored honeys is buckwheat honey. Raw buckwheat honey contains a higher amount of minerals and an antioxidant called polyphenol, which gives it its dark color. The health benefits of buckwheat honey are many and well known.

The rawest honey available is comb honey which is sections of the hexagonal-shaped beeswax cells of the honeycomb that contain raw honey that have been cut from the wooden frames of a beehive.

Using raw honey is a long-term investment strategy for optimal health and personal care; the dividends are overall mental, physical and spiritual well-being. Like a blue chip stock, raw honey should be included in any health-conscious consumer?s immune system boosting portfolio and the return on investment of substituting honey for refined sugar in the human diet is incalculable.

Another product made by honey bees and used by humans is bee propolis; a resinous substance that honey bees collect from tree buds and bark or other botanical sources and mix with beeswax, nectar and pollen. This mixture is used by bees to seal gaps in the hive and by humans for its health benefits and as a traditional, natural or homeopathic medicine.

The Mohawk Valley Trading Company offers the highest-quality unprocessed natural products they can produce, namely maple syrup, honey, beeswax and natural personal care products. In addition, they offer natural stone, tea and spices from around the world.

Hours of operations are 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. EST, seven days a week. Reach them at (315)-519-2640 to learn more.







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Thursday, May 9th, 2013 at 5:26 pm  

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70% of Individuals Situated in the UK Tend to Suffer From Cold Sores Says Lipzor: Vygone Provides Online Treatments

Tuesday, May 7th, 2013 at 8:17 pm  


Boise, ID (PRWEB) November 28, 2012

This year, at the end of September, a new cream for cold sores was released in the UK market that claims to be the most effective cold sore remedy so far. This new cream is a product of Blistex, which is a well known US company that makes lip care products. Currently, 70% of the people residing in UK are victims of cold sores and have been looking for cheap creams that would be widely available according to a release by Lipzor on http://www.lipzor.co.uk/index.php/cold-sores-explainied. Blistex Cold Sore Cream is meant to solve their problem. It is available at almost all pharmacies around the country and doesn?t cost as much as its substitutes.

Cold sores are blisters that form near or on the mouth. They are also very commonly known as fever blisters. Like the name suggests, they appear to be red and filled with a fluid, and can burst open if proper care is not taken. Most people get cold sores on their lips. These sores are a result of a virus known as the Herpes Simplex Virus or HSV. It can infect people if it comes into contact with broken or injured skin, or through oral means. It is highly contagious and can be transferred from person to person through the sharing of glasses, towels, razors and even through kissing.

VyGone teaches individuals how cold sores are acquired and how they can be treated. Many people do not know how to properly treat cold sores, and instead try to moisturize the area in hopes of getting rid of them. It is true that moisturizing will help reduce the pain as the skin won?t crack around the sores that easily. However, proper information should be gathered in order to treat the sores so they don?t reappear as often. Visit http://www.ultimatecoldsoretreatment.com/ for complete information on herpes remedies and to get the proper know-how to cure cold sores once and for all.







Fake Roses ? the New Valentine?s Day Craze from Jodhpuri Inc.

Monday, May 6th, 2013 at 12:19 pm  


Parsippany, NJ (PRWEB) January 24, 2013

Cheap, low-quality, brittle, tasteless, and tacky. These are the adjectives that many people think about when they imagine artificial roses. For centuries, real roses have been one of love?s greatest symbols, and one of Valentine?s Day?s most gifted objects. Until recent years, giving your valentine an artificial rose would certainly have been disastrous. However, a highly acclaimed home fragrance company has recently perfected the artificial rose, making it look, feel, and smell just like the real thing.

Today, people around the world are recognizing the beauty of Jodhpuri Inc.?s artificial rose bouquets. Artificial roses have made a surprising entrance into the flower industry, with Jodhpuri?s artificial scented rose arrangement recently becoming one of the hottest home d?cor items on the market today. Unlike typical roses, Jodhpuri?s surprisingly realistic scented artificial flowers will never wither, meaning your valentine will enjoy your gift for seasons to come.

Formed by high-precision mods, Jodhpuri?s intricately designed roses have a natural and realistic look. The amazing elasticity of the stems, foliage, and buds imitates the flexibility of real flowers, while the natural-looking fibers make the roses look and feel incredibly realistic. Most importantly, Jodhpuri?s unique rose fragrances are embedded into each petal, giving them a pleasant and lasting scent.

Jodhpuri has many rose-scented products available for Valentine?s Day, including rose bouquets in trays, paper-wrapped rose bouquets, rose-scented potpourri, and marvelous artificial single rose and tulip stems.

From now until February 19, 2013, Jodhpuri Inc. would like to help you save 10% on your purchase of any floral or greenery Jodhpuri item, including their marvelous rose-fragranced items for this coming Valentine?s Day. Simply enter the promocode: ?VDAY13? when ordering from jodhpurionline.com.

Although love may last forever, a simple rose bouquet definitely won?t. Make this Valentine?s Day one you?ll never forget with Jodhpuri?s exceptional artificial rose bouquets that will last for times to come. Unlike real flowers, Jodhpuri?s roses can be kept as still-beautiful keepsakes for years. Whether you choose Jodhpuri?s rose potpourri, artificial bouquets, incense, Scented Real Touch Stems, or other floral arrangements, Jodhpuri?s products will surely impress.

For more information, or to see Jodhpuri?s entire product line, please visit http://www.jodhpurionline.com. Jodhpuri products are also available on http://www.amazon.com, search word ?Jodhpuri.?

Headquartered in Parsippany, NJ, Jodhpuri Inc. is a leading manufacturer and distributor of Home Fragrance products, as well as home d?cor items, such as Reed Diffusers, candles and accessories, Potpourri, Incense, Scented Real Touch Flowers, Water Acrylics, Artificial Greenery, and other related items for over 23 years.







Sun Safety Tips for Oregonians and Washingtonians from Cancer Treatment Centers of America?

Friday, May 3rd, 2013 at 2:21 pm  


Portland, Ore. (PRWEB) May 02, 2013

As the Pacific Northwest region heads into record temperatures this weekend, Cancer Treatment Centers of America? (CTCA) at Western Regional Medical Center (Western) reminds residents of the Pacific Northwest that it is important to keep sun safety tips in mind?particularly since Oregon and Washington have some of the highest rates of skin cancer in the country.

?Skin cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in the United States according to the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,? said Walter Quan, Jr., M.D., melanoma specialist and Chief Medical Oncologist at CTCA?s Western Regional Medical Center. ?With months of rain and a population that tends to have fairer skin, it?s easy for people in the Pacific Northwest to underestimate their risk for developing skin cancer by over-exposure to the sun.?

Dr. Quan believes in creating a culture of safety around sun exposure. He has outlined below a variety of precautions that individuals can take to limit their sun exposure and their risk of developing melanoma.

Sun Tanning and Sunburn

o????Perform outdoor activities before 11:00 a.m. and after 3:00 p.m. to avoid high-risk hours.

o????Tanned skin is damaged by the sun?s radiation. People of all ages should limit their exposure to the sun?s rays.

o????Avoiding sun tanning will help skin appear younger for longer.

o????When your tan fades, your skin is trying to heal the damage caused by sun exposure. However, your skin never forgets what happens. Radiation damage is cumulative over the course of years.

o????People at any age must avoid getting sunburned.

o????Even one incidence of sunburn places a person at risk for skin cancer in their lifetime. One sees the effect of the sun exposure perhaps 30 years after the event.

Sunscreen

o????Children should learn to wear sunscreen at a young age, preferably under the age of 10.

o????The higher the SPF the better, but sunscreen should have an SPF of at least 15.

The ABCDE?s of Skin Cancer

See your dermatologist for moles or skin changes that are:

o????A?Asymmetric

o????B?Borders that are irregular or ragged rather than smooth

o????C?Color variation in the same mole (a mole that is more than one color or if you notice that a mole has changed color, particularly if it has become black or dark.)

o????D?Diameter of more than six millimeters, that is, a new or enlarging mole that is larger around than the eraser on a #2 pencil

o????E?Elevation or heaping up of a pre-existing mole

Skin cancer usually does not hurt. If you or someone you know notices a new skin lesion/mole OR a change in something you have had before, see your M.D. or dermatologist right away. In the case of a child, you should take them to their pediatrician as soon as possible.

Healthy Eating

Certain fruits and vegetables contain immune-boosting ingredients and are rich with nutrients. For example, citrus fruits contain antioxidants to protect cells from changes that lead to skin cancer. Eating three or four avocados per week can help reduce skin damage. And vitamin A, found in carrots, has been linked to a reduced risk of sunburn, which can reduce the risk of skin cancer. At CTCA, healthy dishes are served that help strengthen the patient?s immune system and helps keep them strong to fight cancer.

Important Information for Cancer Patients and their Caregivers

For patients undergoing cancer treatment, sun exposure may be unsafe. Intense sun exposure may further weaken the immune system in a person receiving chemotherapy. In addition, sun exposure while undergoing chemotherapy with fluorouracil (5-FU, Adrucil) may lead to more intense skin reactions and possible sunburn. Also, patients undergoing radiation therapy or just finishing treatment should also avoid the sun because skin exposed to radiation is very sensitive to the sun?s rays. Specific tips include:

o????Sun Exposure ? Be aware of the amount of time spent in the sun. The following tips are helpful for limiting sun exposure:

o????Cover the head and ears with broad brimmed hats, which offer protection from the sun?s rays.

o????If a patient has lost his or her hair, the exposed skin will burn easily.

o????Wear tightly woven clothing made of light colored fabrics.

o????Protect surgical scars from the sun, as excessive sun exposure may darken scar tissue.

o????Always remember to apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a solar protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher.

o????Avoid Dehydration ? Some side effects of cancer treatment may cause dehydration. Signs of dehydration may include:

o????Dry mouth, thirst.

o????Fatigue or weakness.

o????Weak or cramped muscles.

o????Dizziness, headaches, forgetfulness, confusion.

o????Fever.

Ways to prevent dehydration include:

o????Drink iced fluids before feeling thirsty.

o????Eat vegetables and fruits with a high fluid content.

o????Avoid beverages with alcohol or caffeine.

?If you or someone you love has skin cancer, it is important to know about all the available treatment options,? explained Dr. Quan. ?At CTCA we offer patients access to the latest state-of-the-art technologies and treatment options. For example, one of the newest and most innovative forms of immunotherapy used to treat melanoma patients at Western is called Interleukin-2 (IL-2). IL-2 strengthens the body?s own immune system to identify and fight cancer cells in melanoma patients. Interleukins stimulate the growth of blood cells that regulate inflammatory and immune responses.?

Cancer Treatment Centers of America at Western Regional Medical Center (Phoenix, Arizona) is the only hospital in the country that offers IL-2 as an outpatient treatment.

About Cancer Treatment Centers of America

Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA) is a national network of hospitals providing a comprehensive, fully integrated approach to cancer treatment. CTCA serves patients with complex cancer from all 50 states?including Colorado?at facilities located in suburban Phoenix, suburban Chicago, Philadelphia and Tulsa. Known for delivering the Mother Standard? of care and Patient Empowerment Medicine?, CTCA provides patients with information about cancer and their treatment options so they can control their treatment decisions. For more information about CTCA, go to http://www.cancercenter.com.

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Contact:

Sarah Stephan or Emily Goetz

Pyramid Communications (For CTCA)

503-241-2341

sstephan(at)pyramidcommunications(dot)com

egoetz(at)pyramidcommunications(dot)com







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