Skin Cancer Recurrence – A Bigger Challenge Than Many RealizeAfter treatment, it can be worrisome that skin cancer may come back. That is called a recurrence. Skin cancer recurrence is very common. While skin cancer recurrence is common, that... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Skin Care and Career ChoicesI have been obsessed with good skincare practices since 1988, which is the year of my melanoma diagnosis. I take sun protection seriously and it has affected my daily decision-making... By Scott Matheny3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Sunscreen Dispensers: Small Objects, Big ImpactOn a hot July afternoon, after a ferry ride with my family to beautiful Nantucket Island, I got off the boat in Hyannis and reached my hand under a dispenser... By Ronni Gordon3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Kent Gilliam: Profile of a FighterAs our first telephone interview wound down, I asked Kent Gilliam, a stage IV melanoma survivor, what message he wanted to send to those battling melanoma or other skin cancers... By Ken Billett3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Protecting the New Skin You're In: Post-Efudex TipsEfudex is a big deal. Despite what many of us hear from prescribing physicians--it’s can be a real ordeal. From the itching and burning sensation during treatment to the withdrawal-type... By April Pulliam3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Building Healthy Habits for Life after MohsI’m no stranger to surgeries. I’m currently 6 weeks into recovery from a third surgery on my right arm. All three of these surgeries were from self-inflicted athletic injuries. I... By Devin Regan3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
How Does Radiation Treat Skin Cancers?Like the rest of your skin, skin cancers are made up of cells. The difference between the cells of healthy skin and cancerous skin is in the genetic makeup, also... By Rachel Ward, RT(T)3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
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 fitness class actually turned into an opportunity for... By Ronni Gordon3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Why Is Skin Cancer On the Rise?You might think that with all the knowledge out there about skin cancer that the rates are declining. Unfortunately, that’s not true. But why is it that skin cancer is... By Kim Hill2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Tanning Salons – Big Business at Our ExpenseThroughout my lifetime, trends and fads have come and gone. The eighties had great music, lots of good movies, and some interesting clothing choices. The music from that decade is... By Judy Cloud3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
6 Common Situations That Increase UV ExposureAnytime the sun is shining, it’s also emitting UV radiation. However, it’s not a constant amount. There are a lot of factors that can quickly increase the UV intensity, putting... By Devin Regan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
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 December. Overall, the June appointments have gone pretty... By Judy Cloud3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
5 Things Sometimes Mistaken for Skin CancerYou should always be aware of any changes in your skin. Skin cancer is best treated when caught early. While this may worry you, sometimes there are things that look... By Kim Hill2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Community Member Spotlight: Linda CurtisEditor’s Note: This guest post was written by Linda Curtis, who shares her experience of being diagnosed with metastatic melanoma as a young adult. She talks about her skin cancer... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
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 very buggy. Over and over I heard people... By Scott Matheny3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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 even seems unique to me. For many patients... By Rachel Ward, RT(T)3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Skin Cancer Advocacy at the Highest Levels“So, why are we here today?” That one question launched my skin cancer advocacy mission. It wasn't asked by a family member or friend or even someone I had just... By Scott Matheny3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Using The UV Index To Better Protect Your SkinThe UV index is a scale from 1 to 11+ used to determine the intensity of the UV radiation emitted from the sun. Lower numbers represent lower levels of UV... By Devin Regan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Community Member Spotlight: Meet Mike HyderOur Facebook community member, Mike Hyder, has been on a rollercoaster when it comes to diagnosing and treating his melanoma. He had various treatments done after the melanoma spread to... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
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 brought to the attention of a doctor in... By Kim Hill2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments