At Farm Yoga, Doing my Part to Prevent Skin CancerRecently I wrote about going back to backyard yoga, and now I bring you farm yoga! But there's a twist - this...reactions1comment
Looking for the Positives After Finding a Suspicious AreaEvery six months, I have an appointment with my dermatologist for a full skin check. These appointments are typically in June and...reactions1comment
Common Skin Cancer Misconceptions, Finding Your BridgeI spent another long day photographing eagles and other wildlife at the bridge last weekend. It was really hot and humid and...reactionscomments
A History of Radiation in Skin Cancer TreatmentI am a radiation therapist working in a dermatology office treating non-melanoma skin cancers with superficial radiation therapy. This statement no longer...reactions3comments
Facts About Dysplastic Nevus Syndrome You Should KnowIf you're not familiar with dysplastic nevus syndrome, you're not alone. It's also known as atypical mole syndrome (AMS) and was first...reactions2comments
A Skin Cancer Too Large to be SeenWorking as a superficial radiation therapist treating skin cancers, I have encountered so many interesting patients. But a few unique individuals have...reactionscomments
Healing After Skin Cancer Surgery: My, How Things Have ChangedIn March of 2007, I had my first skin cancer excision--the first of many procedures to remove cancerous lesions. Almost fourteen years...reactionscomments
Skin Cancer Can Be DisfiguringFar too many people think that skin cancer is no big deal. After all, it’s "just" skin cancer, right? Those of us...reactions2comments
Confusion About NiacinamideMy dermatologist said to take 500 milligrams of niacinamide, twice a day, because studies show that this form of Vitamin B3 cuts...reactions2comments
Skin Cancer Prevention: Add These Foods to Your DietIf you’ve had skin cancer, or if you’re at high risk for developing it, you may be focused on following good sun...reactionscomments
Self-Care During DFSP JourneySelf-care has become an important thing lately, especially for our generation. There are a lot of different activities that can constitute self-care...reactions1comment
Take the Person Before Patient SurveyThe Person Before Patient Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! What makes us the people we are? Living with...reactionscomments
Melanoma Isn’t Always Just in MolesMelanoma is a serious type of skin cancer and is frequently caused by exposure to ultraviolet radiation, either from exposure to tanning...reactions3comments
Simplifying The Statistics And Learning From ThemWhen I was first diagnosed with melanoma I did exactly what every doctor would recommend you don’t do: I Googled absolutely everything...reactionscomments
What Does Your Search History Reveal About You?One of my favorite Facebook groups centers around The Office. Daily memes and quips posted by members keep me in stitches--it’s my...reactions9comments
Learning to Love My Body after Surgery to Remove DFSPAfter having two surgeries for dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP), a rare form of skin cancer, I now have a larger body with more...reactionscomments
Genetic Testing and MelanomaMedical science has had many improvements over the years and there is testing for things you never could in the past. Not...reactionscomments
Sunscreen and Insect Repellent Combos: I'm Bugging Out!It’s been a sweltering summer in the South. Being active outdoors has taken some real planning - and patience, especially when you...reactionscomments
What "They" Don't Tell you About Skin Cancer Surgeryin February 2021, I was diagnosed with dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans. DFSP is a rare form of skin cancer, considered a sarcoma, that affects...reactions2comments
Helping Others Get Screened for Skin CancerIf you've had skin cancer, then you know how important early detection is to prevent further damage. Mine started with a place...reactions1comment
