Autumn Scenes and Sunscreen...Autumn is my favorite season. In my opinion, it’s hard to beat the still-warm days yet cooler nights of Fall. Every year...reactionscomments
Skin Cancer Advocacy at the Highest Levels...“So, why are we here today?” That one question launched my skin cancer advocacy mission. It wasn't asked by a family member...reactions5comments
Melanoma Isn’t Always Just in Moles...Melanoma is a serious type of skin cancer and is frequently caused by exposure to ultraviolet radiation, either from exposure to tanning...reactions3comments
The Basics of Skin Cancer...Some of us have had skin cancer for a long time. We may have lost count of the number of skin cancer...reactions1comment
From Misdiagnosed to Lip Cancer...I never in a million years would have thought that I would be having to treat skin cancer…. Especially on my lips!...reactions1comment
Embracing Pale Skin...It was the middle of day in the dead of summer on Long Island. I don’t normally like to be out in...reactionscomments
Hey, Influencers! Let's Talk Sunscreen...I was scrolling through Facebook one sleepless night when I happened upon a video that truly confused me. I watched it several...reactionscomments
Basal Cell Carcinoma of the Lip, Again...I had a spot on my left corner bottom lip for a year. It would open, be sore, bleed, then heal. This...reactions1comment
Helpful Tips for Caregivers...Receiving a diagnosis of skin cancer can be a life-altering experience, not only for the person diagnosed but also for the spouse...reactionscomments
The Advocacy Roller Coaster...In March of 2017, I worked alongside a handful of other skin cancer survivors to help launch SkinCancer.net. I have shared my...reactions7comments
Lesser Known Skin Cancers: Ocular Melanoma...When you think of melanoma, you probably think of cutaneous melanoma (melanoma of the skin). However, did you know that ocular melanoma...reactionscomments
Community Team...Welcome to Health Union's Community Team. Our Community Team is made up of a diverse group of employees of Health Union who...
Understanding Mental Health and Mental Health Resources...Living with a chronic illness is about more than just physical symptoms. It also impacts how you think, feel, and act. For...
Skin Cancer Awareness: What I Wish I'd Known...I have been battling skin cancer and the repercussions of habitual tanning since 2007. I have learned some devastating lessons and cultivated...reactions4comments
Health Resources...Living with a chronic health condition can be challenging, frustrating, and tiring. You might feel like your life is on hold. Frequent...
Should You Engage With Strangers About Skin Cancer?...Recently, I was in a group on social media where someone asked about tanning while on a certain medication. Along with myself...reactions8comments
The Perfect Shirt Is Hard to Find...A friend who had leukemia titled her blog, “Cancer Banter: Diagnosis, Treatment, Remission…and the quest for the perfect purse." Most women can...reactionscomments
What’s in Your Beach Bag?...Sunny days and warm weather will be here before you know it. For those trips to the lake or beach, there are...reactionscomments
Only 6 Months to Live: A Story of Survival...I was diagnosed with stage 4 malignant melanoma when I was 53. I used to tan a lot, like both outside and...reactions1comment
Top Sunscreens...With skin cancer being the most common cancer in the United States, you might wonder how to best protect yourself. While seeking...reactions5comments
