New Relationship, Old DiagnosisAfter I was diagnosed and finished the battle, the next scariest thought was, “How do I explain to my next boyfriend that it may not be my last battle?” The... By annakeyes2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
New Year, New You! 8 Ready-Made ResolutionsOut with the old and in with the new--that’s what they say, isn’t it? Another new year is right around the corner. I feel that we all fall into one... By April Pulliam3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
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 2007, I have discovered that I am, by... By April Pulliam3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Christmas Wish ListWhen I was a kid, my Christmas wish list was mainly for toys I thought I just had to have. See it on a commercial on television? I wanted it... By Judy Cloud2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Not My Daughter's Skin CancerI’ve been taking this whole skin cancer thing personally. It’s not that I have been dwelling or feeling sorry for myself, but the last ten years have been about me... By April Pulliam4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Pass the Orange VegetablesTomorrow is Thanksgiving. You know the drill. Food, football, family, fun, it’s a time to celebrate. Lots to eat, to watch, there’s a parade in NYC. A year ago I... By Scott Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tell Your Story!Lung cancer. Breast cancer. Prostate cancer. Colorectal cancer. Bladder cancer. Cancers of the blood. All of these are cancers that many people are familiar with. But skin cancer? Skin cancer... By Judy Cloud2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Fall Sun ProtectionIt’s late in the 3rd quarter on a Saturday afternoon game and you have been sitting in direct sunlight for hours and you forgot your sunscreen (because it’s fall). You... By Scott Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Living with Efudex: The Price of TanningEfudex is an integral part of many skin cancer patients' lives. Many of those who have been introduced to it know well its side effects, the discomfort, and the ultimate... By April Pulliam1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Thankful for Skin Cancer?Although being thankful can (and should) be practiced year around, Thanksgiving is an especially good time for people to count their blessings. One thing I am thankful for is my... By Judy Cloud2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
What Can Giving Back Give You?Giving can seem like a one way street. We let go of something that belongs to us - often my money or clothing or food - so that someone in... By NinaHU1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What Is Immunotherapy?If you have been paying any attention to cancer news in the last few years, you've probably heard a few prominent things. Joe Biden's cancer initiative in honor of his... By T.J.3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Sunscreen TipsSunscreen, yuck!! Very few things make my skin crawl like it, literally. I do not like it at all. Don’t get me wrong, it is better than it used to... By Scott Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tanners: Who's to Say We Deserved It?Whether you seek advice for your particular skin cancer, want tips for coping with anxiety, or seek to share your experiences, the internet can be a fantastic resource and outlet... By April Pulliam3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Progress on Prevention and New Areas of FocusIn 2014, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released an infographic that showed one in three white women in the 16 to 25-year-old age group in the U.S. reported that... By Emily Downward2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Thoughts: Age of DiagnosisIf there’s one thing we absolutely love, it’s hearing from our community! In September, we took to Facebook to find out who discovered your skin cancer and at what age... By NinaHU2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Off to Albany for Skin Cancer AdvocacyDuring the summer of 2012 I worked part time for the American Cancer Society (ACS) while I was pursuing my Master’s Degree. I was helping the organization in its Making... By Scott Matheny3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
"Fall"ing into Sun Protection: #SPF365Temperatures are dropping, leaves are falling, and we have begun our annual closet dig for sweaters, long-sleeved shirts, and boots. Some of us have, albeit begrudgingly, put away our flip-flops... By April Pulliam2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Proceed With CautionThis past weekend, I went to Talladega. My daughter had told me she really, really wanted to go and it happened to be during her Fall Break from college, so... By Judy Cloud3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Close and PersonalSince I was first aware of melanoma it has always been my moles that I have viewed as the enemy. Watching and scrutinizing them for any change. Whilst many people’s... By ImogenC4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments