Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the U.S. With estimates ranging from 3 to 5M cases per year, skin cancer is more common than breast, colon, lung, or prostate cancer all combined. This type of cancer occurs when skin cells begin to grow abnormally in the outer layer of the skin […]
Skin Cancer
How to Do a Skin Exam for Your Valentine
More than three million Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer each year – it’s the most common form of cancer in this country. Wearing sunscreen every day is one important step you can take to protect your skin from the dangers of the sun’s harsh rays. Another important step is to conduct regular self-exams of […]
Sun Protection at High Altitude
Did you know that you need to be even more careful protecting yourself from the sun when you’re at a high altitude? UV exposure at high elevations is significantly greater than at sea level. In fact, there is a 6 to 10 percent increase in UV exposure for every thousand feet of elevation. For example, […]
Why are men at greater risk of developing skin cancer?
Risk taking is deep-rooted in the blueprint of man. From Henry Ford to Warren Buffett, risk takers throughout history have stepped in the face of danger or risked big, to win big. The gender gap when it comes to willingness to live on the edge cannot be denied. According to a 2010 study published in […]
A Guide to Skin Cancer
May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and if we could share one message, it is this — skin cancer is more common than you think. Fortunately, skin cancer is treatable if detected early. Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the US. Each year, doctors diagnose over 3 million Americans with […]
