Those who spent much of the summer months under the sun may find new or changing moles that can sometimes cause concern. While most moles are harmless, some have the potential to become cancerous. As ...

Eleanor has an undergraduate degree in zoology from the University of Reading and a master’s in wildlife documentary production from the University of Salford. Eleanor has an undergraduate degree in ...

Of moles, one thing is certain: They are back. Several types of moles inhabit the United States, but two really drive gardeners crazy with their burrowing and tunneling across lawns, around building ...

Yes, it's always a good idea to have a professional take a look if you happen to notice a sudden mole or skin tag pop up on your body. But there are also some guidelines you may want to follow to put ...

In a small patch of skin no bigger than an inch, there are millions of cells all performing duties, like protecting us from bacteria and sensing temperature. A portion of them are melanocytes, a type ...

Children who received light therapy (phototherapy) for jaundice as infants appear to have an increased risk of developing skin moles in childhood, according to a report in the December issue of ...