Dear Younger, Sun-Loving MeThere are many things I wish I knew when I was younger, before I had skin cancer. Here is the list of things I'd go back and tell my younger... By Judy Cloud4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Living with Survivor's GuiltYou did it. You survived this battle. You have the scars to prove it, the battle wounds. But what happens, when that's not all you leave the hospital with? Survivor's... By annakeyes2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
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 habits, reducing your exposure to harmful UV rays... By Emily Downward3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Sun Awareness Is a Year Around JobWe all know to wear our sunscreen in the summer and practice good sun habits, but what about during the other seasons of the year? The answer is, being sun... By Judy Cloud2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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 because they did not go through chemotherapy. Some... By Scott Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments69 comments
The Melanoma MomParenting with melanoma knocked on my door in 2007. I had unwittingly invited it into my life over the years through my heated desire to tan my pale, freckled skin... By April Pulliam3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
A Word to Families and FriendsYou know the drill. “Do you have sunscreen on?” “You know that could be a bad mole?” “Did you reapply?” “You’re going to the beach all day?” We ask a... By Scott Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Now You See It, Now You Don'tMany people spend an inordinate amount of time on hair, nails, and even wardrobes. Not enough, however, spend time on their skin beyond choosing lotions or products to reduce the... By April Pulliam3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
A Great Doctor-Patient Relationship....It Can Be a Beautiful Thing“You were snoring.” I'll never forget hearing those words from my doctor. He chuckled as he said them. Did I mention this conversation took place mid-surgery, when I was supposed... By Judy Cloud2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Skin Protection Fatigue, The New SPFUgh, you know the drill. Put on sunscreen, reapply. Where’s my hat? We’re riding in a convertible? They chose Miami Beach for the convention? Every day, every month, you’re vigilant... By Scott Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
The Top, Top TenThere’s certainly no lacking of Top 10 lists. Top 10 Classic Rock Songs of All Time. Top 10 Bizarre Phobias People Suffer From. Midway through that particular list (from Listverse.com)... By Judy Cloud3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Let's Talk NumbersNumbers have never really been my thing. My least favorite classes in high school and college were classes relating to numbers. Math? I’d rather not. Accounting? Please just let me... By Judy Cloud2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Talking With Your ChildrenMy children are both now in college. They have known about my skin cancer their entire lives. They have seen my scars. They know the regimen that I must follow... By Scott Matheny2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tips for Efudex UsersEfudex, or fluorouracil, has been an important part of my life for the last four years. Efudex, also known as Efudix, is one of several topical medications used by skin... By April Pulliam5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments181 comments
The Power of a Phone Call3 rings. That's all it took before I answered the contact-less, but familiar, number on my phone. The woman on the other side seemed calm and unfazed as she broke... By annakeyes3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How Marti Saved Me: My Melanoma StoryI made what could have been the simplest but most important decision of my life in 2007. A quick phone call, a few brief words, and I decided I was... By April Pulliam5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What's A Minor Skin Cancer Surgery Like?I had my first battle with skin cancer over twenty years ago. I’ve had more than a few since then; during my last major surgery, I had 23 areas removed... By Judy Cloud2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
2 Years NED, Still Not RelievedBeing a survivor is hard work. You expect this overwhelming relief when the surgeons finally get it all. You anticipate that day to welcome the new found hope and ability... By annakeyes2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
I'm A Survivor?Survivor. What a beautiful, powerful, strong word. The word ‘survivor’ to me has always made me think of someone who has overcome a serious illness. I participated in a Race... By Judy Cloud3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Marcia, Marcia, MarciaI think I'll go for a walk outside now the summer sun's callin my name (I hear ya now) I just can't stay inside all day I gotta get out... By Scott Matheny3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments