How Much SPF Do I Really Need in My Sunscreen?When it comes to protecting myself from dangerous things, I tend to be super safe (go overboard). Recently, I have tended to...reactionscomments
Can Atypical Moles Become Skin Cancer?Atypical nevi, also called atypical moles or dysplastic nevi, have been associated with an increased risk of developing melanoma. However, the possibility...reactionscomments
What Sharing My Story on Instagram Taught MeEditorial note: All images were used with permission from Courtney Mangan's Instagram. Prior to my stage 3B cancer diagnosis, I didn’t really...reactionscomments
Millennials! Gen Z! Listen up!Millennials, otherwise known as Generation Y, are defined as being born roughly between 1981 and 1996. They are followed by their younger...reactionscomments
Collecting My Family History of Skin CancerSkin cancer is usually caused by a combination of many factors such as the environment, lifestyle, and other changes that happen to...reactionscomments
5 Things I’ve Learned After Being NED for One Entire YearIn July, I officially got to celebrate being one year 'no evidence of disease' (NED)! I was diagnosed with stage IV metastatic...reactionscomments
Describing The Worst Days With Chronic PainIn September of 2019, Health Union (the parent company of SkinCancer.net) partnered with the US Pain Foundation for our first ever Chronic...reactionscomments
How I Prepare for a Coming AppointmentMy next appointment is in a couple of weeks. I know this because I called, as recent times have changed some of...reactionscomments
Putting Yourself FirstMelanoma is not just physical, it takes a massive toll on your mental health too. There is a lot of evidence to...reactionscomments
Tumor Humor: Coping with Cancer With a (Twisted) Sense of Humor Part IIHopefully, you all enjoyed the last episode of “Tumor Humor!” I laughed so much writing my awkward (yet hilarious) cancer stories, I...reactionscomments
Survivorship Has Its PrivilegesWhat happens when you “beat cancer”? Survivorship is a tricky subject that can leave us with guilt and other mental and emotional...reactions4comments
Infographic: Pain Management Treatment and CareIn September of 2019, Health Union (the parent company of SkinCancer.net) partnered with the US Pain Foundation for our first ever Chronic...reactionscomments
Men and MelanomaMy grandfather was born in 1912. He served during World War II. He was a doctor and worked mostly inside an office...reactionscomments
Prescription Shampoo Works Better on Hair Than in ClosetI don’t know how long I’ve had the bottle of ketoconazole 2% shampoo laying around, but I know one thing for certain:...reactionscomments
Melanoma Quiz: Test Your KnowledgeLooking for the non-melanoma quiz? Click here!Melanoma is more likely than non-melanoma skin cancers to invade deeper layers of skin. This skin...reactionscomments
Non-Melanoma Quiz: Test Your KnowledgeLooking for the melanoma quiz? Click here! There are several types of skin cancer that are considered non-melanoma. However, the most common...reactionscomments
To Cover or Not to Cover, Your Whole FaceWhen I went to meet my boyfriend for a bike ride, I did a double-take. He was standing at the corner, holding...reactionscomments
Getting in the Right Headspace: My Immunotherapy RoutineI am a big believer in mind over matter and through this whole process, I have been on a mission to remain...reactionscomments
Supporting a Family Member With CancerOne of the most important parts of any serious medical diagnosis is having the support of family and friends, however, if you...reactionscomments
Awareness, Education, ActionAs we drift through summer during these unprecedented times, I am still surprised by how much the general public doesn’t understand about...reactionscomments
