Press Room

Welcome to The Skin Cancer Foundation’s online Press Room. Here you will find skin cancer news, background information and story leads. Additionally, the Foundation’s PR team can provide expert sources to comment on skin cancer-related issues, individuals willing to share their skin cancer experiences and support with fact-checking and image requests.

Recent Press Releases

March 27, 2019

The Skin Cancer Foundation Launches Carcinomas & Keratoses

New digital publication offers clinical insights into the world’s most common cancers.
March 18, 2019

The Skin Cancer Foundation Hosts Annual Member Reception in Washington, D.C.

$125,000 Awarded in Grants for Skin Cancer Research.
March 14, 2019

Spring Break Trips to Tropical Destinations Require Vigilant Sun Protection

Intense, intermittent sun exposure can increase melanoma risk.
February 25, 2019

The Skin Cancer Foundation Comments on the FDA’s New Proposed Sunscreen Regulations

The Skin Cancer Foundation applauds the FDA for working to elevate standards for effective sun protection.
November 13, 2018

Winter Sun Safety: What to Know About Protecting Yourself During Colder Months

The Skin Cancer Foundation Shares Tips on Staying Sun Safe Year-Round.
October 26, 2018

The Skin Cancer Foundation Raises $600,000 at Champions for Change Gala

More than 400 guests gathered to raise funds for skin cancer education initiatives and celebrate the Foundation’s efforts to change behaviors and save lives.
October 1, 2018

The Skin Cancer Foundation Comments on FDA Approval of Libtayo (Cemiplimab- RWLC), for the Treatment of Advanced Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma (CSCC)

Cemiplimab is the first and only treatment specifically approved and available for advanced CSCC in the U.S.
September 6, 2018

The Skin Cancer Foundation’s Mobile Education and Screening Program, <em>Destination: Healthy Skin</em>, Ends a Successful Season on the Road

53 volunteer dermatologists provided 1,243 free skin cancer screenings in 18 communities.
May 9, 2018

The Skin Cancer Foundation Hits the Road With <em>Destination: Healthy Skin</em> Program

Mobile Education Program Will Visit Communities Around the U.S. to Raise Skin Cancer Awareness and Provide Free Skin Cancer Screenings.
May 3, 2018

What The Skin Cancer Foundation Wants People to Know about Hawaii’s Proposed Ban on the Sale and Distribution of Sunscreens Containing Oxybenzone and Octinoxate

At a time when skin cancer is widely considered to be a public health epidemic, any legislation that limits options for effective sun protection is cause for concern.
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Skin Cancer Foundation Editorial and Corrections Policy 

The Skin Cancer Foundation is committed to remaining a leader in the skin cancer education space by publishing accurate, timely and relevant information across all its platforms. The Foundation makes its recommendations based on independent review of available research, careful consideration of the latest data and verification with skin cancer experts. The Foundation accepts grants and funding for general and administrative support and to sustain specific education programs. However, the Foundation does not cede editorial influence to any outside organization or individual, regardless of donor support. 

We expect to update and polish online content after its initial publication to reflect the latest statistics available and correct any stylistic errors. We do not edit social media posts outside of a reasonable timeframe and will not flag every change for followers; however, we will add an appropriate acknowledgment of correction if new information has revealed a significant error in an earlier version of our content. The Foundation strives to correct any errors as quickly as possible and will take appropriate steps to rectify the situation on our website and on any social media channels where we reference the materials. 

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Last updated: June 2026

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