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The Dangers of Heatstroke, Skin Cancer, and Xeroderma Pigmentosum
TLDR Heatstroke can be caused by various factors and can lead to serious symptoms and even death. Melanoma is the most deadly form of skin cancer, but early detection and treatment can greatly improve survival rates. Xeroderma pigmentosum is a rare genetic condition that greatly increases the risk of skin cancer, but protective measures and support from organizations can provide hope for those affected.
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There is a predicted mega flare coming during the last Apollo mission in 1972.
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A mega flare from the sun could have killed astronauts on the moon during the Apollo missions.
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Heatstroke occurs when the body temperature rises above 104 degrees and stays there, and it can be caused by factors such as being trapped in a car, being elderly and without power, or being stuck in the desert without access to shade or water.
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Heatstroke can lead to symptoms such as rapid pulse, hot and dry skin, headache, dizziness, and eventually unconsciousness, and can even cause organ swelling, shock, and death.
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Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer, accounting for 75% of skin cancer deaths, but has a high survival rate if detected and treated early, and 80% of a person's lifetime UV exposure occurs before the age of 18.
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Adding a compound called ICS-4, derived from certain vegetables, to sunscreen may enhance its protection against skin cancer.
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Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) is a rare genetic condition that makes individuals 1,000 to 2,000 times more likely to develop skin cancer, even from indirect UV radiation, and there is currently no cure.
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Children with Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) experience immediate and severe skin damage when exposed to the sun, and are 1,000 to 2,000 times more likely to develop skin cancer, but there is hope with protective suits and support from organizations like the XP Society.
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A man and his girlfriend left their stressful jobs and sold their house to move to Portland, Oregon, where they now have lower-paying jobs but a better quality of life and more free time.
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