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As we all know, there are various forms of cancer that exist today and are ongoing problems. Every year many people alone in America suffer from cancer. The reason is due to a lack of understanding and knowledge on the peoples part. When a person knows enough about a particular thing, they improve their chances of living a healthy life. Making smart choices in what you eat and what you choose to participate in are good examples.

Skin cancer is one of many forms of cancers that people seem to neglect. People may want to go outside to play ball or walk around the beach all day. They may not want to skip doing something fun and interactive for a reason that they do not really know about. However, it is the fastest growing cancer in the United States. Over a million people were diagnosed with skin cancer in 2007. Skin cancer is actually a malignant growth on the epidermis (the outermost layer of the skin). This is caused by UV (ultra violet) rays from the sun and can be caused by burns. Some types of skin cancer include Merkel cell carcinoma and Kaposis sarcoma. Fortunately, there are ways to detect the formation of skin cancer.

When looking at your skin, you should look for brown or black lesions, or a thicken patch of red. If you have skin cancer, certain treatments such as cryotherarpy, which freezes the cancer off, can be used. Remember, that the most effective way to avoid these problems is to exercise smart actions. Avoid staying in the sun too long, use sun block and wear protective clothing when you can. There are some clothes that are UV protected which means they can provide further protection.

Like other forms of cancers such a lung cancer, it can be avoided, just like the many that die every year. It becomes vital that people learn about issues that they do not know about because they can get themselves into bigger trouble that will ruin their life. This can relate to many things in life, when people do not know enough about something, they will not be able to help themselves and others around them. They cannot contribute to causes that affect the world and will only hamper those with problems. Being aware gives you something to use, to spread. So, while youre having fun in the sun this summer, remember that you can be putting yourself at risk for death.

Have been warned about the effects of sun By Jonathan T Chin

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If you are reading this then something terrible has happened. First let me offer my condolences. As Joan Didion says, "Life changes fast." Next let me extend a heartfelt welcome. You are now a member of an exclusive club -- the club nobody wants to be a member of. And though your world's turned upside down, already you're asking questions: "How will I cope? Will things be alright? And oh yeah, Can I please have my husband back?"

Best I can offer is 2 out of 3. As you have already learned, becoming a widow is like sliding down a banister discovering its a razor blade and landing into a bucket of iodine. Worse still, trying to explain your pain to someone not grieving your loss is like trying to describe the color orange to a blind man.

Now that I've got your attention, I'm here to tell you, you're not alone. And oh yeah, everything will be all right. You can, and you will cope.

Here are 2 things you need to remember:

Number 1. Breathe.

Thats right. Assume the position: Right hand on chest, left hand on belly. Now practice sucking air -- In through your nose, and blowing air -- Right back out your mouth.

S-l-o-w- l-y.

When people, or the things people say, begin to overwhelm you (and trust me, honey, it will happen), take one step back, and take a deep breath.

Taking deep breaths will ground you and help you regain your focus. In addition, learning to breathe properly will do wonders for your complexion. Youll look good and youll feel good, too. I know you could care less about what Im saying right now, but for you, the newly widowed, breathing is a good thing and something that will become a distraction when you need one most.

Number 2. Repeat after me: "I'm not up to this conversation at this time."

Good job.

Now get ready to say these words to the next perfect stranger who asks you an inane question that will cut like a knife and make you want to run and hide.

If everything everyone is saying at this time sounds inane, then you already know what I mean. So just open your mouth and whisper the above words. I promise those people will realize right away you need your space.

Not only will you the newly widowed need space, but you must also realize you will need to conserve energy for other things, like washing your kids faces, if you got kids; sitting down to eat a hot meal, hungry or not; and performing simple tasks, like brushing your teeth and combing your hair.

I know its hard to bury a husband. Life as you knew it is changed forever. But its now onto Plan B, whatever Plan B is. Just remember my 2 tips outlined above, and like a good scout, you will have earned your badge of courage, and be prepared to conquer your new world, which is vital to your survival in the days ahead.

Linda Della Donna is a freelance writer. She makes her home 20 miles north from where the World Trade Center used to be with her small dog, Izzy and his little cat, Tux. Della Donna supports new widows through the grief process. Her free ebook, Treasury of Quotations, is available by visiting her website, http://www.littleredmailbox.com just by subscribing to her newsletter and filling out the opt-in box. More information is available about Della Donna by reading her blog - http://www.griefcase.blogspot.com - Need an interview? Got a writing assignment? Contact Della Donna at linda@littleredmailbox.com. Shes waiting to hear from you.

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