Makeup and Sunscreen: Choosing the Right LayersMuch has been written about makeup and sunscreen, so why should you read another post? Well, some point out how the sunscreen in makeup isn't enough. But what about layering... By Kim Hill2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Always on the Alert for People Making Skin CancerNow that I’ve had so much skin cancer, I can’t keep my mind from buzzing and beeping when I see someone doing a silly thing or when I hear about... By Ronni Gordon3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Radiation: Let's Talk Side EffectsEvery treatment comes with its own set of side effects. Radiation-induced side effects are thought to be terrifying burns and mutations from nuclear fallout. This misconception deters so many patients... By Rachel Ward, RT(T)3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A New Squamous Cell Carcinoma -- Still Shocked after All These YearsI knew better than to believe it was true, but somewhere in the back of my mind, I had begun to make it my reality. After a few years of... By April Pulliam3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Golfing and Skin CancerOne of my most embarrassing moments occurred on a golf course on Long Island. I was out on the links with three Major League Baseball executive types. I was not... By Scott Matheny3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Let's Research This TogetherResearch can be fun when you are researching something you love. Finding facts is simply the best when you are interested in the topic. When you are finding out how... By April Pulliam2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Redheads, Skin Cancer Surgery, and AnesthesiaWhen I had a consult appointment with the surgeon who would be doing a Mohs surgery on my face, he said something that I found interesting. We were discussing my... By Judy Cloud3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Telling Your Story May Be Good for Your Health“While writing about my health issues has not cured them, it has helped me develop better coping skills and even contributed to better management of my symptoms (and I could... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Protecting Your Babies – Sun Safety for Young ChildrenLast November, three months before her due date, my daughter unexpectedly went into labor. What she initially thought were Braxton Hicks contractions weren’t Braxton Hicks contractions. I drove her to... By Judy Cloud3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Safety Considerations of SunscreensAs we all know, sunscreen is a cheap and easy way to prevent the sun’s harmful UV radiation from damaging our skin. However, there are thousands of different sunscreen options... By Devin Regan4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Skin Cancer and ExerciseI love to exercise. I lost over 70 pounds in 2016-2017 through changing my diet and walking. I started tracking my steps and made sure that I reached my 10,000... By Scott Matheny3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Standing up by Walking Away From Tanning Salons--Making Skin Cancer Awareness a Real PriorityMay is a pretty important month for me. Most people who know I am an elementary teacher would say it’s because our standardized tests are taking place. Others might say... By April Pulliam3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Words from Dr. Wiese: What Is a Dermascope?Dr. Ben Wiese explains how dermatologists and skin cancer physicians use dermascopes, or dermatoscopes, in their examinations of their patients. A dermascope is a handheld instrument that is often used... By Ben Wiese1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
5 Things You NEED to Know about SRTAs a radiation therapist, I hear many misconceptions about what superficial radiation therapy (SRT) is and what it can do. Absolutely not. You are not radioactive from receiving radiation therapy... By Rachel Ward, RT(T)3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Are Digital Therapeutics?Digital therapeutics (DTx) first entered clinical discussions in the 1990s. The idea was that technology could improve healthcare access. It could help overcome barriers of location, time, and resources. This... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Positive Impacts Melanoma Has Had On My LifeSkin cancer, or any cancer for that matter, can be a terrifying diagnosis. For me personally, my melanoma diagnosis has been terrifying at times. However, it's also had some extremely... By Devin Regan3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
To Filter or Not to FilterIn the age of technology, filtered photos on social media are a way of life for some. But what about the regular people who just want to show their faces... By Kim Hill2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Do Higher SPF Products Offer More Protection?It's true that most people think that higher SPF sunscreens offer more sun protection, but this assumption isn't entirely true! The answer to the question, “Does a sunscreen with high... By Ben Wiese3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Enter to Win: Awareness Month 2021 Tote Bag Giveaway- Now Closed!This Skin Cancer Awareness Month, we are sending a tote bag to 2 lucky winners! Promote awareness while carrying all your sun-safe essentials! Looking to enter our 2021 Skin Cancer... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
May Is Skin Cancer and Melanoma Awareness MonthMay 2021 marks Skin Cancer and Melanoma Awareness Month. This year, we are all about making your voice heard. While sharing your story can be an empowering way to spread... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments