The Dreaded C WordMy skin cancer journey began when I discovered a tiny, little, brown spot on the tip of my nose. It was so...reactions2comments
Good To Gripe About Efudex With Someone Who KnowsIt’s comforting to have an “Efudex buddy” who knows what I go through when I apply the chemotherapy cream to my skin...reactions2comments
How Ruminating Can Make You SufferI’m not sure what makes worry spike and then subside. It could be something I say to myself, or a few words...reactionscomments
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
