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Blogs by Julie Bain - Page 5

As senior director of science & education, Julie Bain leads the effort to ensure that The Skin Cancer Foundation is at the forefront of all medical and scientific information related to educating the public and health-care professionals about skin cancer prevention, early detection and treatment. She acts as chief editor and content strategist for The Skin Cancer Foundation Journal and patient education materials. She collaborates with our teams on content for use across all platforms by writing, reviewing and editing for our editorial standards. A longtime health and science writer and editor, she brought a personal history of skin cancer and a passion for the Foundation’s mission to the job in 2015. Previously, Bain served as health director for print and digital at Ladies’ Home Journal and Reader’s Digest and has written for many brands including The New York Times, Web MD, Popular Science, AARP, SELF and others. She lives in New York City, where she uses sunscreen every day and always walks on the shady side of the street.

Money Worries and Melanoma

Here’s one of the many things that keep dermatologist Jennifer Stein, MD, PhD, up at night: people who could be at risk of melanoma and avoid seeing a doctor because they think they can’t afford it.

The Search for the Perfect Hat

There’s nothing like an old movie to remind you of how great hats can be. This summer I rewatched the classic 1948 musical Easter Parade with Judy Garland and Fred Astaire, which is a gorgeous hat-stravaganza from start to finish.

Boost Your Mood Without Basking in the Sun

Is there anything more tempting on a warm September day than to head outside under a crystalline sky and brilliant sun? For some people who used to be sun worshippers, that might feel a little bittersweet.

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