Results for "Skin Cancer"

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9 Ways to Lower Your Risk of Cancer Starting Today
Cancer touches nearly every family in some way. You may know someone who’s gone through treatment or maybe you’re caring for a loved one right now.  While...
July 22
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Age Spots vs. Skin Cancer: Know the Difference and Protect Your Skin
You look at the back of your hand, your neck or even your leg...and you notice something. A spot you've never seen before. Could it be skin cancer? Or...
June 27
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Teens and Sun Tanning: What Parents Need to Know
In your years as a parent, you probably spent lots of time putting sunscreen on your little ones and reminding your kids to protect their skin as they...
April 30
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You Found a Suspicious Mole. What Happens Next?
Anytime you hear about skin cancer, you always hear the same advice — contact a health care provider if you notice anything unusual. And then, one day,...
July 23
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What to Know About Skin Cancer if You Have Dark Skin
It’s a common misconception that people who have darker skin don’t need sun protection and don’t get  skin cancer. The truth is the connection between...
June 23
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Creating a Sun-Safe Family Culture: 4 Strategies for Parents
When you think back to your childhood, there probably wasn’t as much emphasis on protecting your skin from the sun as there is today.  Your parents might...
May 20
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Choosing the Right Sun Protection for Your Skin Type
Sunscreen is important for everyone. But when it comes to choosing a sunscreen, your skin tone can make a difference. You want the right type of sunscreen...
April 26
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Cancer: Understanding Remission, Cancer-Free and Other Terms
As you make progress in your cancer journey, you may hear health care providers use terms like remission, cancer-free and no evidence of disease. These...
April 19
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Oops! Did You Scratch Off a Mole? Here’s How to Handle It
Moles, those small, often brown spots that dot our skin, have been a subject of fascination and concern for many people. One common fear (and myth) is...
April 19
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Unveiling the Unseen: 7 Surprising Factors Contributing to Skin Cancer
You’ve heard it over and over again — cover up, wear a hat and use sunscreen to protect your skin from skin cancer. Maybe you’ve heard it so often that...
March 31