Guess That Skin Cancer StatIn 2019, 1,013 people diagnosed with skin cancer took our online Skin Cancer In America survey. Each year, we learn so much about this community through the survey. Some of... By NinaHU1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Dear MelanomaWe asked the community to give melanoma a piece of their mind. We had tons of responses from members sending their "Dear Melanoma ___" messages. The biggest takeaway: survivors and... By NinaHU2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Has anyone heard about massaging their scars?A community member mentioned that they've been told to massage their scars after treatment. Have you ever heard this? Have you tried it? How were the results?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
Squamous Cell Carcinoma TreatmentA place to discuss squamous cell carcinoma treatment, including but not limited to surgery....Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 repliesTreatment
Let's Talk ScarsNervous about a new treatment and the scars it might leave? Struggling with scars from past treatments? Share your thoughts on skin cancer scars in this forum!...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesTreatment
Ocular MelanomaShare your experiences and questions about ocular melanoma. As always, keep in mind our community rules when posting!...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesMetastatic Melanoma
Forehead & ScalpWhat should one expect with treatment on their forehead and scalp. Will there be tightness, pain, or numbness? Share your knowledge and hear what others are saying in the forum...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 repliesTreatment
Survivors Speak: Yvonna on SCC & BCC RecurrenceSkin cancer is not one and done - treatments and checks go on indefinitely, as Yvonna's journey demonstrates. This endless cycle of diagnosis, treatment, and anxiety can take a real... By NinaHU2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Starting Conversations: Advanced DirectivesStarting conversations about end of life care can be very difficult. When is the right time to start that conversation? Who do we start the conversation with? What are the...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 replies
All things Efudex (Fluorouracil)Share your tips, tricks, and challenges for dealing with topical chemotherapy. Connect with others who've used Efudex (Fluorouracil) or other topical chemos. Check out our Ultimate Guide to Chemotherapy...Reactions 0 reactions Comments181 repliesTreatment
Protecting Yourself While Still Living Life to the FullestAwareness, for some, means wanting to protect yourself, as well as those around you, from the sun as much as possible. Other versions of awareness for those living with the... By NinaHU1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What symptoms alerted you to a problem spot?What signs did you see that your mole or spot might be skin cancer? Were they the common symptoms or something else? If you didn't have any, how did they...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 replies
Skin Cancer Community on InstagramDid you know that you can find the SkinCancer.net community on Instagram? We're excited to continue sharing the same great information and messages about living with skin cancer as part... By NinaHU1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Running with the Skin Cancer WarriorsLast Saturday, in the driving rain, I ran with a small but determined group of skin cancer warriors. As the Melanoma Research Foundation organizers and speakers repeated so eloquently, "Cancer... By NinaHU2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Advocating and EducatingAwareness can mean different things to different people. When it comes to skin cancer, awareness can refer to a connection with someone who has the condition, an understanding of what... By NinaHU2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What is photodynamic aka "blue light" therapy like?Have you used photodynamic or blue light therapy? What advice would you share?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments20 replies
Practicing Long-Term MonitoringMany of our community members feel that awareness is about self-advocacy and diligence. Monitoring yourself or your loved ones for skin cancer is a way to increase awareness and to... By NinaHU1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Skin Cancer EventsPost about events in your area! Please keep in mind community rules here about personal fundraisers....Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
A Not-Just-Skin-Cancer StoryA story from Facebook community member, Carol: I am a 66 yr old blue eyed blond of Scandinavian descent who grew up in the SO CA sun in the days... By NinaHU2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
12 Ways to Say: Awareness MattersIf there's one thing we know, it's that people don't know enough about skin cancer. In honor of Skin Cancer and Melanoma Awareness Month 2018, here are 12 quotes that... By NinaHU3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments