Melanoma: It's More Than Just a Wacky MoleI remember when I was first diagnosed with melanoma back in 1988. I saw a dermatologist at the recommendation of a nurse...reactionscomments
Protecting Our Children - New RecommendationsWhat do you notice in the picture above? Yes, that’s a very cool convertible car with white wall tires. The homes look...reactionscomments
Tumor Humor: Coping With Cancer With a (Twisted) Sense of HumorI recently joined Stupid Cancer’s Digital Cancer Con and got to participate in some very excellent sessions for young adults with cancer...reactionscomments
How Not to Pack for a Vacation in Warm ClimatesAs usual, I overpacked. And on top of that, I didn’t choose well for my trip to California, where it was much...reactionscomments
Celebrating Good NewsSixteen. That is my estimate of how many skin checks I have had with a dermatologist over the last five years. And...reactions9comments
Why Tanning Culture Needs to ChangeHealthy glow vs. you look sick. Sun-kissed skin vs. are you a vampire? The list goes on when it comes to the...reactionscomments
Sunscreen: It's Not Always EasyChange is never easy. Whether you are making the move to a new city, beginning a new job, or starting a new...reactionscomments
Skin Check Checklist: The Hidden SpotsEven a good dermatologist or PA might forget some key spots! You can always be an advocate for yourself at the derm...reactions3comments
Are My Coworkers Really Competing for the Best Tan?I walked into the conference room at work a few months ago and noticed that two of my coworkers sitting around the...reactionscomments
Understanding UV Protection During UV Awareness MonthSummer is here, the weather is warming up even in the most northern parts, and the solstice has just passed, giving us...reactions1comment
Childhood Trauma and Skin CancerWarning: May contain triggers for survivors of childhood sexual abuse. It was the fall of 1983. I had just put on my...reactions3comments
5 Things My Cancer Taught Me“A woman is like a teabag - you can't tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water.” –...reactionscomments
Caution Roadwork Ahead: Bring SunscreenYou are making good time (whatever good time is) and then you see it from a distance. Red lights backed up for...reactionscomments
Protection at the BeachTraveling with kids is always interesting. Planning a trip with friends is hectic but fun. Vacationing with skin cancer - that’s just...reactionscomments
Sun Safety Tips from a Melanoma Survivor Living in ArizonaThe 4th of July has come and gone which means it’s officially summertime! AKA time to whip out the swimsuits, booze, and...reactions2comments
Keepin' It ShadyLately, I've had a lot of time on my hands to complete projects both inside and outside my house. Thankfully, the weather...reactionscomments
The Moment I Heard the Words ‘You Have Stage IV Cancer’It was a Friday afternoon and after a week full of tests, I sat in the waiting room of my doctor’s office...reactions5comments
The Long Road to MohsTomorrow morning I’m having Mohs surgery for an infiltrating basal cell cancer on my face. My surgery was originally scheduled for two...reactions2comments
Skin Cancer--No Discrimination HereFair-haired and green-eyed, I was a prime candidate for developing skin cancer, and I did. Since having a malignant melanoma removed in...reactions3comments
It's Only Skin CancerI recently read a post where some members of our community felt the sting of having others minimize their skin cancer experience...reactions72comments
