Childhood Trauma and Skin CancerWarning: May contain triggers for survivors of childhood sexual abuse. It was the fall of 1983. I had just put on my...reactions3comments
5 Things My Cancer Taught Me“A woman is like a teabag - you can't tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water.” –...reactionscomments
Caution Roadwork Ahead: Bring SunscreenYou are making good time (whatever good time is) and then you see it from a distance. Red lights backed up for...reactionscomments
Protection at the BeachTraveling with kids is always interesting. Planning a trip with friends is hectic but fun. Vacationing with skin cancer - that’s just...reactionscomments
Sun Safety Tips from a Melanoma Survivor Living in ArizonaThe 4th of July has come and gone which means it’s officially summertime! AKA time to whip out the swimsuits, booze, and...reactions2comments
Keepin' It ShadyLately, I've had a lot of time on my hands to complete projects both inside and outside my house. Thankfully, the weather...reactionscomments
The Moment I Heard the Words ‘You Have Stage IV Cancer’It was a Friday afternoon and after a week full of tests, I sat in the waiting room of my doctor’s office...reactions5comments
The Long Road to MohsTomorrow morning I’m having Mohs surgery for an infiltrating basal cell cancer on my face. My surgery was originally scheduled for two...reactions2comments
Skin Cancer--No Discrimination HereFair-haired and green-eyed, I was a prime candidate for developing skin cancer, and I did. Since having a malignant melanoma removed in...reactions3comments
It's Only Skin CancerI recently read a post where some members of our community felt the sting of having others minimize their skin cancer experience...reactions72comments
Sunscreen for EveryoneI grew up in Southern California and attended an integrated high school in Los Angeles. Every day, thirteen buses filled with children...reactionscomments
Taking Charge of Your DiagnosisAfter my diagnosis and surgery, I got a lot of questions. Most, if not, all went like this: “What happened to your...reactionscomments
Shock After DiagnosisA diagnosis of skin cancer brings up many emotions, including feelings of shock, surprise, fear, and worry. Over 900 survey respondents to...reactions1comment
Healing After Mohs Surgery Can Be a Real Pain“Dammit,” I said to no one in particular. Actually, I was talking to myself in the mirror. The bandage that I had...reactions6comments
Sunscreen in SchoolsOn April 18, 2017, the NBC Nightly News ran a story regarding the use of sunscreen by students in schools. News reporter...reactionscomments
What is Your Skin Care Regimen?It was February 26, 2020. I sat in a raised director’s chair at the ancient Statler Hotel in Buffalo, New York. I...reactionscomments
How I Found Out I Was PaleYou know how you can remember the weirdest and most obscure moments from your life but don’t realize you are talking to...reactions3comments
Sunscreen: Mineral Vs. Chemical - Which is Better?We can all pretty much agree that sunscreen is important - especially to those of us who have had skin cancer. The sun's...reactionscomments
It's Not Always Bad NewsIf you’re like me, having skin cancer can cause anxiety. I tend to eye every new spot or bump with suspicion. Is...reactions2comments
An Interesting Dermatology Visit in My Dining RoomI had to laugh at the voicemail I got before my first virtual dermatology appointment: “Hello, we are contacting you about your...reactionscomments
