Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., and it is estimated that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. Nearly 9,500 Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer every day, totaling nearly 3 million people. The two most common kinds of skin cancer are basal cell carcinoma and squamous
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Tips for Preventing Skin Cancer
Did you know that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime? Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, and when caught early, it is also the most treatable. For those who work outside or participate in regular outdoor activities, covering up and choosing the right sunscreen can help prevent
[Read More]New Skin Cancer Research & Treatment: Mid-2018 Update
For millions of Americans living with basal and squamous cell carcinoma, or melanoma, each new breakthrough in skin cancer research & treatment matters deeply. For some, it can mean the difference between life and death. Thankfully, there’s a wealth of productive skin cancer research & treatment activity occurring worldwide here in 2018. There’s also more
[Read More]Water’s Edge Dermatology New Year’s Resolution: Free Skin Cancer Screenings for Florida Firefighters
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Dec. 22, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Water’s Edge Dermatology is urging all Florida firefighters within reach to schedule an appointment for a skin cancer screening in January 2018, free of charge, at any of 24 participating office locations listed below. As reported by CNN, new research reveals FL firefighters are diagnosed with skin cancer a startling seven times more often than the state’s general
[Read More]Tanning Safety & Skin Cancer Risk for Young Women
Ask most young women if appearing tanned is important to looking and feeling their best, and the answer will often be yes. Simply put, many still perceive a tanned face as a sign of health and attractiveness. It’s a long-standing, common perception that still motivates millions to hit the beach and/or tanning salon, searching for
[Read More]Top 4 Overlooked Sun Damage Risks
If you’re like millions of other people, you’re probably enjoying as much outdoor fun in the sun as you can with friends and family this summer. And you probably know the basics of Sun Safety and Skin Cancer Prevention: Avoiding direct sun exposure (if you can) from 10 am – 4pm, when UV rays are
[Read More]Protecting Yourself From Skin Cancer
By Dr. Kerry Shaughnessy Hello! May is national Skin Cancer Awareness month, which makes good sense given that we’re heading into summertime and peak sun-tanning season. What better time for some helpful sun protection tips from your friendly Water’s Edge dermatologist? Note that this will be my first summer spent in Florida, so it’s important
[Read More]The Big Picture on Skin Cancer
The month of May is known for celebrations such as Mother’s Day and May Day. But it’s also Skin Cancer Awareness month, and based upon the staggering statistics, it’s no wonder why. Here are just a few of the worrisome facts, from the Skin Cancer Foundation: During the past thirty years, more people have suffered
[Read More]Learn the Facts About Skin Cancer
While many visit their local dermatologist to contend with acne and other skin issues, some skin problems are more serious than others. One of the most common forms of skin damage that can quickly turn dangerous is melanoma or nonmelanoma skin cancer. According to current estimates in the United States, one in five Americans will
[Read More]Best Treatment for Skin Cancer is Prevention: Iowa Doctors Raising Awareness Through Pre-Prom Event
Certainly one of the most common forms of skin maladies. About 85% of people suffer from acne at some point during their lifetime and over 40% of teenagers will have some form of acne or acne scarring by their mid-teens. Of course, even the most severe acne treatment cases are a far cry from treatment
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