Firefighters risk their lives running into burning buildings, but the menace doesn’t come just from the fire. They may face an increased risk for developing melanoma, the most dangerous of the three most common types of skin cancer.
Firefighters risk their lives running into burning buildings, but the menace doesn’t come just from the fire. They may face an increased risk for developing melanoma, the most dangerous of the three most common types of skin cancer.
The right clothes offer more certain sun protection than sunscreen, since people often don’t use sunscreen in the right way (1 ounce applied evenly to all exposed skin every day, and reapplied every two hours if you’re exposed to the sun). But not all clothing is created equal.
Baseball is an American family afternoon tradition, but so is the sunburn that often comes with it. Top tips to keep everyone’s skin protected at the old ballgame.
Does Barbie have something to teach about the importance of sun protection for all? The Skin Cancer Foundation thinks she does!
When it comes to sunscreen application, we often focus on protecting our bigger body parts and forget about the little ones.
A beauty routine is a great way to express style and individuality. Some people like to experiment with bright makeup, some like a classic look and others prefer to stay as natural as possible.
We know the risks of tanning, so why do people still do it? Here, a deep look at the history behind tan skin.
Most people get enough vitamin D from incidental sun exposure or forgetting to reapply sunscreen. If not, a supplement can help fill the gap.
The Skin Cancer Foundation’s executive director, Dan Latore, and his sister, Christine discuss the importance of sun protection and how the Foundation works to educate the public about the dangers of skin cancer.
Does a sunscreen with a high SPF (sun protection factor) protect skin better than one with a lower SPF? How high should I go?
