Read More As we finally say goodbye to social distancing and isolation, one thing we may not say goodbye to is the pandemic-prompted expansion of seeing your doctor remotely via video or phone, also known as telemedicine. Dermatology practices across the country rapidly adopted telehealth protocols in spring 2020 to continue providing care for their patients, as did most other …
Read More Tanning beds have no place in a healthy skin routine. Make sure you have the facts about this harmful habit. Having worked at The Skin Cancer Foundation for several years, the idea that anyone still uses tanning beds is shocking to me. How could anyone think the look of a tan is worth the premature skin aging? Or …
Read More By Leslie Laurence FACT: Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common skin cancer, with an estimated 3.6 million diagnosed in the U.S. each year. FACT: Skin cancer anywhere on your skin can be scary, but especially around your eyes, nose and mouth. FACT: While many BCCs are easily treated and cured, some can hide below the surface …
Read More Since 1981, The Skin Cancer Foundation has awarded more than $2 million in research grants to encourage ideas in skin cancer prevention, detection and treatment to bloom and flourish. In part 1, we spoke to David Polsky, MD, PhD chair of our Research Grants Committee, to learn the ins and outs of the program. In part 2, we …
Read More Since 1981, The Skin Cancer Foundation has awarded more than $2 million in research grants to encourage ideas in skin cancer prevention, detection and treatment to bloom and flourish. In part 1, we speak to David Polsky, MD, PhD, chair of the Research Grants Committee, to learn the ins and outs of the program. In part 2, we …
Read More Among the millions of people diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma (BCC) each year, most are easily treated, but some are not so lucky. Our experts explain how BCC can become advanced and, in rare cases, even life-threatening. Today there are more options for these patients, and this guide provides knowledge, navigation and support. One of the toughest things …
Read More Imagine visiting the dermatologist with concerns about a strange growth on your arm. You breathe a sigh of relief when your doctor tells you that the spot is an actinic keratosis (AK), meaning it isn’t malignant…for now. It may stay benign, but it could also turn into a potentially life-threatening form of skin cancer. What? A staggering 58 …
Read More When you’re searching for medical information, whether about skin cancer or any condition, follow these steps for credible, helpful advice! For many of us, the internet is the first place we turn to when we have questions about our health. While the web is a treasure trove of helpful information about diseases and medications, there’s also plenty of …
Read More Though it may feel awkward, getting a second opinion can be a great tool to help you take control of your health and find peace of mind. A skin cancer diagnosis might make you feel anxious, confused or scared. You might ask yourself, Was this the right diagnosis? Am I sure about going ahead with the treatment my …
Read More Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, affecting more than 5 million people each year. Despite its prevalence, it’s a disease that’s not well understood by many. Take our interactive quiz to test your knowledge of the disease. Time limit: 0 Quiz-summary 0 of 10 questions completed Questions: 1 2 3 4 5 6 …
