Getting Through a Bad Week After Mohs SurgeryI have had so many Mohs surgeries that, while for the first couple I was nervous, I mostly view them as an...reactions3comments
Bowl Cuts and Mole Checks“It’s time for your haircut.” And with those words, my father would get out the electric trimmer and begin his masterpiece. As...reactions4comments
Guess That Skin Cancer StatIn 2019, 1,013 people diagnosed with skin cancer took our online Skin Cancer In America survey. Each year, we learn so much...reactionscomments
How I Nailed a Problem With My Nails Without Looking It UpIt seems almost quaint now that when I was diagnosed with leukemia in 2003, my doctor said, “Stay off the internet.” Of...reactionscomments
My Safe SpaceI’ve written several articles lately on how special this community at SkinCancer.net is. I love how the community members support each other...reactions2comments
5 Ways to Support Skin Cancer & Melanoma Awareness MonthMay marks both Skin Cancer and Melanoma Awareness Month. It's time to get the word out about skin cancer prevention, recurrence, and...reactionscomments
Honoring All Who Have Been Touched by CancerOn National Cancer Survivors Day, observed each year on the first Sunday in June, we honor and celebrate anyone whose life has...reactionscomments
10,000 Reasons to CelebrateAt the end of September 2018, SkinCancer.net got its 10,000th ‘like’ for our Facebook page (here’s looking at you, Michael H!). I...reactionscomments
Skin Cancer Surgery on the Nose: Community AdviceEvery skin cancer surgery is unique. That's why it's important to hear a range of possibilities before going under the knife. We...reactions1comment
The (Virtual) Doctor Is In! Sharing Telehealth ExperiencesAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues, telehealth is being used by more and more people. Telehealth is also sometimes called telemedicine or virtual...reactionscomments
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me? 5 Questions to Help you DecideMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating...reactionscomments
Getting Through The Days Before My Full Body Skin CheckI woke up this morning with a sick feeling in my stomach. I didn’t have any other symptoms-no fever, no body aches, no...reactions5comments
Getting Dressed Up Complicated By Spots On My SkinI knew which dresses I wanted to wear to back-to-back spring and summer weddings, but I wasn’t sure what to do about...reactionscomments
What To Ask a New Dermatologist About Skin CancerSometimes it happens. You're seeing a doctor you love, one who knows all about your medical history, and you easily converse with...reactionscomments
Total Body Skin ExaminationsI remember the first few times that I went to the dermatologist for regular skin checks in the late 1980s. It was...reactions6comments
Frustrating Misconceptions About Skin CancerIf you hear it once it must be true right? I know I’ve fallen into the trap of quickly reading something online...reactions3comments
What Is Sun Protective Clothing?A frequent recommendation for practicing good sun safety habits is to wear sun protective clothing. But what exactly is sun protective clothing?...reactions1comment
An Accidental Advocate....Who Sometimes Wants To QuitI never intended to be an advocate for skin cancer awareness. In fact, it had never crossed my mind. That all changed...reactions7comments
When Your Family Listens to You About Skin Health“Do as I say AND as I do.” This variation on a familiar quote is firmly in play when I speak to...reactionscomments
See Something, Say SomethingI barely remember her. I think she had long, straight, light brown hair. Nothing more really stands out. I remember that she...reactionscomments
