Recurring Vigilance...The physician discussed the current landscape of melanoma research while focusing on trends in targeted therapies for late-stage melanoma. I was busy writing notes on a paper pad. My cell...reactions8comments
Depression and Efudex...Mental health is, thankfully, becoming less of a stigma every day. The importance of recognizing the signs of depression has always been paramount, but not addressed as publicly as it...reactions3comments
Preparing for a Virtual Visit with Your Doctor...Visiting your doctor online is a great way to get healthcare if you are not able to go in person. You can get medical advice, visual assessments, treatments, or update...reactionscomments
Tick, Tick, Tick, BOOM: Harvesting My Eggs...Tick, tick, tick, that was the noise I heard inside my head for a long time. After all, I’m a woman in her 30’s who is constantly reminded of her...reactionscomments
Telehealth 101: How to Visit Your Doctor Online...Telehealth is a virtual service that lets patients interact with a healthcare professional online. This lets doctors and patients connect without being in the same room, or even the same...reactionscomments
Never Say Never (Mohs Under My Nose)...I’ve had skin cancer for 25 years. In those 25 years, my treatments have included cryosurgery, “scrape and burn” surgery, laser surgery, and numerous excisional surgeries, but never Mohs surgery...reactions3comments
Social Distancing Spurs Telehealth Surge...The technology needed for virtual healthcare has been around for decades. But virtual care has not been widely used in the United States until recently. The recent public health emergency...reactionscomments
How to Monitor Your Health with At-Home Devices...At-home monitoring can help you better manage chronic health conditions. It can also aid in your recovery after medical procedures. Using this technology, you can regularly record your health data...reactionscomments
A Look at the Services Virtual Care Offers...Telehealth or virtual care can be used to access many different types of health services. To get started, talk to your doctor to find out which virtual services are right...reactionscomments
How Do I Find Virtual Health Services?...It can be overwhelming to figure out how to find telehealth services, especially if you do not already have a doctor. But many companies offer a range of virtual health...reactionscomments
Privacy Concerns When Going Virtual...Telehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show you may get better care at a lower...reactionscomments
The Unicorn Known As SPF...Over the last twelve years, I have definitely done my share of advocating for sun-safe practices. I have shared one article after another and posted photos of myself in the...reactionscomments
Second Opinions...Man: “I have a big date tonight. How do I look?” Man’s friend: “I don’t like your shirt.” Man: “Maybe I need a second opinion.” Man’s friend: “I don’t like...reactionscomments
Healthy, Smart, and Oh-so Pale...“I am so freakin' pale.” “I feel so pasty white and gross.” “I gotta get some sun. I’m as white as a ghost.” It’s that time of year again. Someone...reactions1comment
I Didn’t Know What Metastatic Melanoma Felt Like Until I Was Diagnosed...My biggest issue with being diagnosed with stage IV melanoma (believe me, it’s hard to pick just one) is that I had aggressive cancer inside my body for about 6...reactions6comments
Wondering and Worrying: Could It Happen to Me?...On the leukemia side of my life, I get upset if someone dies of the same disease. First, because I’m sad about it, and second, because I identify so much...reactionscomments
COVID-19 Updates, April 7: Face Coverings, Testing, & Medications...It is common to feel overwhelmed about COVID-19: so much information changing day-to-day. Here are some of the important COVID-19 stories that may be applicable to people living with one...reactionscomments
Summary: The Next Decade of Melanoma Treatment...Last month, our SkinCancer.net editorial team attended The Melanoma > Exchange Patient & Advocate Forum in Washington D.C. It was a half-day meeting hosted by the Melanoma Research Alliance that...reactionscomments
Has anyone been diagnosed with cancer in or near the ear canal?...From a community member: "If you have been diagnosed with cancer of the ear canal and had surgery including removal of ear canal, please respond."...reactions2replies