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The Skin Cancer Foundation
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We save and improve lives by empowering people to take a proactive approach to daily sun protection and the early detection and treatment of skin cancer.
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the world. But it affects people in very unique and personal ways. Hear from survivors that #SkinCancerIsPersonal #skincancerawareness #skincancer www.skincancer.org/blog/skin-ca...
Skin Cancer Is Personal
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the world. But it affects each individual in unique and personal ways. Survivors share their stories.
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July 1, 2025 at 4:21 PM
With so many options on the market, what’s the best #sunscreen for you? The answer is simple: The one you will use every day, all year long. Read our sunscreen issue for more info and answers to common questions. www.skincancer.org/blog/your-ju...
Your June Update: Know About Sunscreen!
Summertime is the best time to get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather. Be sure to bring your sunscreen to protect your skin from sun damage that causes skin aging and can lead to skin cancers.
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June 27, 2025 at 12:13 PM
#Sunscreen is a key part of a complete sun protection strategy to prevent sun damage that causes premature skin aging and #skincancer. Our expert explains how to best apply it. www.skincancer.org/blog/ask-the...
Ask The Expert: How to Apply Sunscreen
Sunscreen is part of a complete sun protection strategy to safeguard your skin from damage caused by UV radiation. But how much sunscreen do you need and how often should you apply? Our expert provide...
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June 26, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Protect your skin from sun damage that can lead to skin cancer. Here's how: skincancer.org/prevention
June 24, 2025 at 9:00 PM
SPF. Broad-spectrum. Water-resistant. Find out how to read a sunscreen label! www.skincancer.org/blog/how-to-...
How to Read a Sunscreen Label
Get explanations of key terms appearing on sunscreen labels that you should understand when selecting a sunscreen product.
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June 24, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Thank you to all who fueled our mission at the 2025 #SCFGala, including our amazing host, Christie Brinkley! www.skincancer.org/press/the-sk... #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth
May 16, 2025 at 8:26 PM
What is #Basalcellcarcinoma? Learn more about this common skin cancer, and why it's important to seek treatment. skincancer.org/bcc
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Get the facts about basal cell carcinoma (BCC), the most common form of skin cancer, along with answers to your questions and images.
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May 12, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Today is #MelanomaMonday, a day to raise awareness about this dangerous form of skin cancer. Know the warning signs, risk factors and how to protect yourself www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-...
Melanoma Warning Signs and Images
Learn melanoma warning signs, symptoms and signs of skin cancer. See images of moles to help find melanoma early when it is easier to cure.
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May 5, 2025 at 8:09 PM
#Skincancer is the out-of-control growth of abnormal cells in the skin, caused by DNA damage. The main types of skin cancer are #basalcellcarcinoma, #squamouscellcarcinoma & #melanoma #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-...
Skin Cancer Information
Discover what causes cancers of the skin; learn the signs & symptoms that you should never ignore. Skin cancer information you can trust.
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May 2, 2025 at 6:25 PM
May is #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth! Let's share the facts about skin cancer and help save lives. skincancer.org/may
Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a time to educate people about the dangers of skin cancer, share the facts and help save lives.
skincancer.org
May 1, 2025 at 12:48 PM
How much do you know about the world's most common cancer? Take the quiz! #SkinCancerAwareness www.skincancer.org/blog/skin-ca...
How much do you know about skin cancer?
Test your knowledge about skin cancer by taking our interactive quiz.
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April 29, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Get ready for #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth This year, we are spreading awareness around the fact that #SkinCancerIsPersonal. Get involved! www.skincancer.org/get-involved...
Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a time to educate people about the dangers of skin cancer, share the facts and help save lives.
www.skincancer.org
April 29, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Thanks to the success of prevention and early detection campaigns, most skin cancers are diagnosed and treated in the early stage. Still, any type of skin cancer can grow, spread and become dangerous, even life-threatening. More info: www.skincancer.org/blog/10-thin...
10 Things Everyone Should Know About Advanced Skin Cancers
Our expert oncologist shares her top insights from 25 years of experience treating patients with advanced skin cancers.
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April 29, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Get the facts about Merkel cell carcinoma, a rare, aggressive skin cancer. #RareDiseaseDay www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-...
Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Get an overview about Merkel cell carcinoma, a rare, aggressive skin cancer, along with answers to your questions about diagnosis, treatment and risks.
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February 25, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Get the facts about skin cancer, the most common cancer in the U.S. and worldwide. www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-...
Skin Cancer Facts & Statistics
Get the latest skin cancer facts and skin cancer statistics. Learn more about the most common cancer in the U.S. and worldwide. Cancer facts.
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February 25, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Today, #BobMarley would have been 80 years old, but melanoma cut his life short. When a dark spot appeared under his toenail, Marley thought it was a soccer injury. But the spot was acral lentiginous #melanoma (ALM), a rare, aggressive type of #skincancer. skincancer.org/marley.
Bob Marley Should Not Have Died from Melanoma
Bob Marley died in 1981 from acral lentiginous melanoma (ALM). While rare, ALM is the most common melanoma found in people of color.
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February 6, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Today is World Cancer Day. Unfortunately, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer. The U.S. loses 50 people to skin cancer every day, and we won’t stop until that number is zero. With your help, we will get there.⁠
#WorldCancerDay #ShareTheFacts #SkinCancerAwareness
February 4, 2025 at 6:37 PM
On #GroundhogDay, we’re sharing our winter #skincare series, some tried and true ways to keep your skin healthy and beautiful during the cold winter months. www.skincancer.org/blog/winter-...
February 2, 2025 at 9:29 PM