Living

The holidays have come and gone, and you had a limited number of days to get those stocking stuffers and last-minute gifts for friends and family. You might have even...

So, it’s the year 2020. I can’t believe it, really. Seems like yesterday we were all concerned about Y2K and its possible ramifications. With the new year, it’s about time...

You may have heard that having a good support system is key when you’re battling a health condition. I have heard it numerous times. The problem is, not all of...

One of my daily medications puts me at greater risk for skin cancer, and another is supposed to decrease my risk. The one decreasing my risk makes sense, but the...

Whether you've had skin cancer or not, protecting your body is imperative - especially when you want to have fun outdoors. Luckily, there are quite a few options that don't...

I owe a lot to the lady at the pool party. In the summer of 1988, I was in Whittier, California, minding my own business, when melanoma walked into my...

July was an eventful month this year. My sister got married, my son prepared to begin his freshman year in college, we visited Disneyworld, and a new bump showed up...

My dermatologist said to take 500 milligrams of niacinamide, twice a day, because studies show that this form of Vitamin B3 cuts down the risk of non-melanoma skin cancers, such...

Raising skin cancer awareness works. Let me say that again, because this is important. Raising skin cancer awareness WORKS. Know how I know? Because in the United States, cases of...

I once got a facial. OK, maybe I got a couple. It was so long ago that I can’t remember when it was. I remember that it felt good, that...

I would be lying to you if I told you that each experience with every doctor I have ever had was a pleasant one. We have all had an appointment...

I remember the first time that I went into a chemist’s shop when I was living and working in London. Now, when I type chemist, I mean what we may...

Back in the day traditional wedding vows highlighted the commitment of marriage in referring to staying with one’s spouse in both the good times and the bad. The vows spoke...

At my last six-month checkup with my dermatologist, she saw a small area on my chest that needed to be biopsied. My doctor called me a couple of days later...

When I was dating, I often tried to hide my left hand under the table when we were sitting at a restaurant or in other places. The hands are a...

We 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...

Thanks to Hulu, I am having a moment. It’s not the kind of moment you have when you get teary over a Kate Winslet movie. I’m not even talking about...

A while ago, when someone who knew I had had skin cancer asked me how I was, I said I was clear…for now. But I said I knew that I...

After having melanoma I’ve become extra vigilant about skincare. My skin is naturally very dry, bordering on reptilian in winter. So if I must slather myself daily in sunscreen it's...

The other day, I almost forgot to practice what I preach. Well, technically, I didn’t actually forget but I allowed a doctor’s office staff member to dismiss my concern when I...