Melanoma and AnxietyMelanoma gives me anxiety. In my worst moments, when I am stressed by other things or when I am tired, it really...reactionscomments
Tanning: A Girl's Lesson LearnedOnce upon a time, there was a young girl who liked the burn--she craved it, in fact. This same young girl believed...reactionscomments
When a Melanoma Death Hits a NerveAfter years of being divorced and single, and going on many bad dates, I finally met a nice guy. He’s tall, intelligent...reactions2comments
Skin Cancer and Your PetsThere’s no doubt that many of us think of pets as members of our family. Did you realize that your pet can...reactionscomments
Assembling Your Best Healthcare TeamOne of the first steps in managing your skin cancer is assembling the best healthcare team for you. Having the support of...reactionscomments
A Friend Died...AgainIt’s March 1, 2019. My friend died of cancer…again. This is not the first time, nor the second. In the midst of...reactions7comments
Bug Bite, or Skin Cancer?I’ve had skin cancer for so long that it’s become a way of life for me. Every day I catch myself doing...reactions6comments
When Your Husband Has Skin Cancer: An InterviewIn 2017, my dad was diagnosed with melanoma on his shoulder. I remember that my parents told me casually, but my heart...reactionscomments
Practicing Self Care on a BudgetLast week, we defined and described the importance of self-care, and gave some examples of how you can practice it in your...reactionscomments
Made it in the Shade? Sunglass ProtectionNothing says “cool” like a great pair of shades. In Southern California, where I grew up, picking out a good pair of...reactionscomments
Pill Story: These Two Should TalkOne of my daily medications puts me at greater risk for skin cancer, and another is supposed to decrease my risk. The...reactionscomments
Why Is Self-Care Important and How Can We Practice It?Self-care has been an ever-evolving concept in our world for decades. Originally, the World Health Organization defined self-care in the 1980’s as...reactionscomments
Clouds Hanging Over My Sunny Days?A comment I hear frequently from people newly diagnosed with skin cancer is that they’re worried they’ll never be able to be...reactions1comment
The Drip, Drip, Drip of Skin CancerThe feeling when I head to the dermatologist is usually a level below apprehension but above mere curiosity. What will she find...reactions9comments
Sunscreen vs. Suntan Lotion: No ContestIt’s here again! Spring came! Along with it came the burning desire (no pun intended) to seek out the sun’s rays while...reactionscomments
CapHat ReviewSpring is upon us. I live in Buffalo, NY, where everyone packs nearly every outdoor activity into just a few of the...reactionscomments
Skin Cancer Prevention and Vitamin B3Researchers believe that nicotinamide, (also referred to as niacinamide and niacin), a form of vitamin B3, could have a protective effect on...reactions7comments
Sunscreen, What Does It Mean?Go to your local pharmacy and pick up a bottle of sunscreen. Do you have your secret decoder ring? Do you have...reactions2comments
New FDA Regulations For SunscreenYes, you can still wear the sunscreen you have in your cabinet. In fact, you SHOULD still wear the sunscreen you have...reactionscomments
Times We've Felt Shamed For Not TanningWe recently shared Erin's video about tanning pressures on Facebook. She discusses being called names, tanning to fit in, and finally breaking...reactionscomments
