It’s been a smashing summer for the Destination Healthy Skin free skin cancer screening and education program. During July, we traveled up the west coast before heading back east in August where we ended the month by surpassing our 2023 goal of 1,500 free screenings. And we’re not done yet!
After a scary experience with melanoma, actress and author, Ariana Madix is using her platform to make a change. She wants you to know that getting a skin exam could save your life — just like it may have saved hers.
When dermatologist Tamara Lazic Strugar, MD, was diagnosed with stage IV cancer in 2022, she made time to pursue a dream related to children and sun protection.
Our 2023 Destination Healthy Skin free screening and education journey around the country is going strong. The RV has been on the road since May, and as of July 26, Our volunteer dermatologists have performed 1,137 free skin cancer screenings, identifying 427 suspected skin cancers and precancers including 24 suspected melanomas.
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.
“I’m low-key terrified of the sun now.” In June 2022, 23-year-old Izzy Tomassi, a UK-based fashion blogger and digital content creator, was diagnosed with malignant melanoma, the most aggressive form of skin cancer. Here is her story.
So far, our incredible event staff and committed volunteer dermatologists have facilitated and performed over 281 skin cancer screenings. During 39 hours of screening time, our doctors have identified a total of 41 suspected cancers and precancers, including 11 suspected melanomas – and we’re just getting warmed up!
Getting kids on board early with sun protection is crucial — but it isn’t always easy. Our expert dermatologists share their best practices to make sun care a daily habit at every age.
Why are skin screenings sometimes not covered by insurance, if they prevent cancer and save lives? Our expert explains, and shares strategies that can help.
Most people get enough vitamin D from incidental sun exposure or forgetting to reapply sunscreen. If not, a supplement can help fill the gap.
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