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.
When you’re searching for medical information, whether about skin cancer or any condition, follow these steps for credible, helpful advice!
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.
When you consider the dangers of indoor tanning, it’s difficult to believe the practice is still legal for anyone, let alone children. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a proven human carcinogen, and more than 419,000 cases of skin cancer in the U.S. each year are linked to indoor tanning. Yet we know that teenagers around the country are still using UV tanning beds.
A recent study suggests that, along with traditional sun protection strategies, eating grapes may offer some benefit in keeping skin safe from ultraviolet radiation.
Have you ever shared details of your medical diagnosis on social media? If so, you are in good company. We […]
Various devices claim to let you remove moles, skin tags and other lesions at home — here’s why you should think twice before tackling this procedure without a doctor.
Couples-focused interventions to increase sun protection behaviors show promising results in a recent pilot study.
Did you know that one in five Americans will have skin cancer during the course of a lifetime? It’s OK if you didn’t — this statistic isn’t necessarily common knowledge.
This Skin Cancer Foundation program was created in 2020 to help connect skin cancer patients with the many resources available.
