How do you feel when you wake up and you see it's overcast?...I have mixed feelings about sunshine. As a wildlife photographer, I like the sunlight for my photos. As a melanoma survivor, I feel less affinity....reactions2repliesAwarenessWeatherPrevention
My story ...Lived in Southern California for 15 years returned to UK 20 + years ago since have had SCC on leg removed 2 SCC on forehead removed and 1 BSC on...reactions7replies
Are you gun shy? ...My most recent skin issue was just 3 months ago. I feel like when I go to the doctor or dentist recently I’m unusually nervous. When I saw the dentist...reactions6repliesCoping
Support system ...Having a support system is very important. For each person, that is made up of different individuals. I am single, and I get a lot of support from my church...reactions2repliesCopingFriends & Family
The sun is not the issue? ...Has anyone told you that sun exposure is not the cause of your skin cancer? Recently, a friend sent me a video from an alleged doctor who stated the sun...reactions3repliesFriends & Family
When to stop Efudix ...Advised to treat forehead every other day for 2 months, 1 month in red sore and scabby...reactions2replies
Too much sun over the weekend?...The holiday weekend is in the books. Did anyone get too much sun? How did it happen?...reactions2repliesPreventionAwareness
Bedside Manner ...In my opinion, it is critical for a doctor I’m working with to have good bedside manner. I’m looking for a positive, upbeat doctor. Sure, I need to know the...reactions1replyHealthcare Team
Is this skin cancer? ...I have had this for a few days now. At first it looked like a mosquito bite and was itchy like one. Now its raised like a crater with scaly...reactions1replyDiagnosis
Second opinion? ...A few months ago I was seeing a dermatologist that was very young, and he seemed overwhelmed by my biopsy results. I picked up on his stress, and it caused...reactions4replies
Protecting Your Hands from the Sun...My hands are a mess. I don’t mean they are messy, but I can see the effects of the sun every time I look at them: Brown patches and spots...reactions13comments
A Deep Dark Tan and a Hair Salon Hero...While I was at a hair appointment recently, I noticed one of the other customers in the salon. She stood out from the other customers, to me at least, because...reactions7comments
Lightweight spf material ...I wish someone (with a lot of start up money) would design a new SPF fabric that lets your skin breathe and is comfortable. A well known Australian brand are...reactions2repliesTips & Advice
Was your diagnosis difficult? ...The first time I had skin cancer there seemed to be confusion about what was wrong with my lip. I saw a nurse practitioner first, and she diagnosed me with...reactions3replies
Fear ...About three years ago, I had surgery for skin cancer on my bottom lip. Then, back-to-back, I had three more excision surgeries on my bottom lip. At the time, the...reactions1replyCoping
Healthy stress management ...I recently had surgery, and during those months of stress, I gained 15 pounds. Ugh! I know that exercise helps with stress, but I quit going to the gym during...reactions1replyCoping
Are you pale? ...I was in Starbucks recently and the barista said your skin is beautiful, but you are so pale. I just stood there feeling stupid. But how do you respond to...reactions1replyCoping
Are people you work with/for sensitive to your skin care needs?...I just worked on a television production where I was outside all day. I told the hair and make up team about my skin cancer and they were very helpful...reactions5repliesAwarenessHealthcare TeamWork & Employment
Managing spray sunscreen ...My dermatologist said lotion on my face but spray to cover my body. I have spray sunscreen covering every inch of my bathroom. About once a week I have to...reactions2repliesTips & Advice
The 2024 Social Health Awards Program...Editorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards program! The Social Health Awards is an awards...reactionscomments
