Our Staff Gets Out!
The Skin Cancer Foundation | Sun and Skin News
by Julie Bain
1y ago
For many of us, spending time in nature became more important than ever during the pandemic, to disconnect, reduce stress and recharge. Some of The Skin Cancer Foundation’s team members share shots of their recent outdoor adventures, from wilderness to urban — plus a few tips about sun protection along the way. Dan lives near the Jersey shore, where he hikes with his sweet 10-year-old retriever, Tundra, who, he says, motivates him to get outside and be active more often. Dan is consistent about his sun protection (including hat, sunglasses, clothing, sunscreen and seeking shade) whether walki ..read more
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Summer Vacation Slipups: How to Treat a Sunburn
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by Ali Venosa
1y ago
Ah, summer break. It’s time to leave the daily grind behind and (hopefully) take some time to relax, enjoy yourself with friends and escape work or school for a little while. It’s natural for people to flock toward places that offer warm weather and sea breezes, but they may find themselves unprepared for the intense ultraviolet (UV) rays that accompany that dreamy landscape. Sun protection accidents happen, even to those who are usually vigilant about avoiding sun damage. But when you don’t take the proper steps to protect yourself, it’s possible you’ll develop a sunburn: especially if you’re ..read more
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5 Sneaky Ways You’re Being Exposed to the Sun’s UV Rays
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by Ali Venosa
1y ago
Summer is here, and with it comes more time outdoors. There are the occasions like hikes and trips to the beach when you are most aware that you need sun protection, since you can see and feel the sun’s rays shining down. But these aren’t the only times ultraviolet (UV) rays hit your skin. There are a few sneakier situations where UV radiation can reach you, and it’s just as important to protect yourself against potential skin damage at these times as it is on sunny days. 1. At Work If you work indoors, you may think you’re safe from the sun’s rays while you’re on the clock. Not so fast: Do yo ..read more
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Destination Healthy Skin 2022 Kicks Off During Skin Cancer Awareness Month
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by Isha Vedantam
1y ago
Our annual road trip to save and improve lives began on May 6. As May flowers bloomed, we kicked off Destination Healthy Skin (DHS), our mobile screening and education program. Our RV is traveling around the country, and we’re working with local dermatologists to provide free skin cancer screenings in the communities we visit. It’s the first time since 2019 that the Foundation has held DHS events during Skin Cancer Awareness Month. In the first month, our volunteer dermatologists screened 263 participants across four states and Washington, DC, putting in over 39 hours of screening time. During ..read more
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10 Ways to Boost Your Sunscreen
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by Skin Cancer Foundation
1y ago
If you’re an outdoor enthusiast, you may not realize how much UV exposure you’re getting while pursuing your passion. Maximize your sun safety with our experts’ best tips. By Lorraine Glennon Since you’re on The Skin Cancer Foundation’s website, you likely know these basics: Wear sunscreen every single day — sunny or cloudy, summer or winter, autumn or spring. As long as you can see daylight, the rays being emitted by our planet’s number-one star are hitting your skin. For your extended outdoor activities, use sunscreens with a sun protection factor, or SPF, of at least 30. The label should re ..read more
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Ask the Expert: Can I Avoid a Scar?
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by Skin Cancer Foundation
1y ago
Q: I am a little nervous about Mohs surgery for a skin cancer on my face. Will I have a big, ugly scar? Hooman Khorasani, MD: I spend about 50 percent of my time doing Mohs surgery, and I am careful to reassure scpatients as well as manage their expectations. Most cases are basal cell carcinomas (BCC) and squamous cell carcinomas (SCC), and when these common types of skin cancer are detected early, they’re almost always curable. We’re definitely going to take care of it and get rid of the cancer. That’s the most important thing. But I know that many patients also care about a good cosmetic out ..read more
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When a Child Gets Skin Cancer
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by Skin Cancer Foundation
2y ago
Pediatric melanomas are rare and usually different from adult cases. Now St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has established a genetics registry to learn more about them. By Sarah Elizabeth Richards When Jesica Dunavent took her 4-month-old daughter, Addison, to her pediatrician for a checkup, she asked him about a little raised red spot on the infant’s left arm below the elbow. The doctor took one look at the round bump, about half the size of a pencil eraser, and explained it was a hemangioma, a usually harmless birthmark often called a “strawberry mark” that’s common in newborns. “Eventua ..read more
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A Lifetime in the Sun
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by Skin Cancer Foundation
2y ago
Passion for the great outdoors has been both a blessing and a curse for Leo J. McCarthy, MD. Nature has given him so much that is positive, but the sun exposure led to many skin cancers, too. By Elizabeth Sutton, MD, and C. William Hanke, MD, MPH Nature was Leo McCarthy’s playground during his childhood in the Midwest, an outlet for his athletic prowess throughout his school years and a relief from the intensity of his service as a field surgeon in Vietnam. Along the way, he found jobs that allowed him to work outside, too. He had no idea till later that ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun ..read more
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Basal Cell Carcinoma at Age 16 – Teen Warns: “Skin Cancer Can Happen to Anybody.”
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by Victoria Kopec
2y ago
Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common skin cancer, yet extremely rare in children and teens. But it can happen, as Laura Anne Page discovered when she was just 16 years old. In November 2020, Laura Anne was living her best life. She enjoyed high school, going out to eat with friends and family, singing in the chorus and being on the soccer team. The thought of skin cancer never crossed her mind. Fortunately, Laura Anne is both observant and inquisitive. So, when she noticed a changing mole on her abdomen, she monitored it closely. “I had this mole for as long as I can remember. Then it ..read more
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Ask the Expert: Why Do Some Skin Cancers Go Untreated?
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by Skin Cancer Foundation
2y ago
Q: I’ve heard of people who put off surgery for years; do I have to get my skin cancer treated right away? William Hanke, MD, MPH: Most of the time, skin cancers are caught early, when they are relatively small, and are treated with outpatient surgery, such as Mohs micrographic surgery. But sometimes they can grow to become very large. I have seen a few the diameter of a baseball or even larger! These large skin cancers tend to be basal cell carcinomas (BCCs) and squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs). These skin cancers will continue to grow if nothing is done to stop them. Extended growth can resul ..read more
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