Sometimes the hero of the story is the one who keeps an eye on your skin and pushes you to see a dermatologist. By Jeff Rossen I was diagnosed with melanoma, and like too many people do, I ignored it longer than I should have. It was 2012 when my wife, Danielle, noticed a tiny brown mark near my belly …

A national poll shows that parents are doing a good job keeping their kids sun safe — but there’s always room for improvement! Whenever kids venture outdoors, there are plenty of things to worry about: bug bites, scraped knees and allergies all top the list. Then, of course, there’s sun safety. Parents should practice effective sun protection with their children, …

Whether you have a new, unfamiliar prescription or you’re unsure how to juggle taking several medications, here are some recommendations to be sure you’re making the safest choices. While some skin cancers can be cured with a single surgery when caught early, many others are treated with drugs taken orally, infused intravenously or applied topically. A skin cancer diagnosis can …

Our three 2020 grants recipients are working on research projects that have the potential to lead to lifesaving breakthroughs. For almost 40 years, The Skin Cancer Foundation has awarded research grants to encourage innovation in prevention, early detection and treatment of skin cancer. Some of those grants kick-started careers for physicians and scientists who became “rock stars” in their fields. …