Have you ever looked at a spot on your skin and asked yourself, “Should I be concerned about that?” Most of us have. At Water’s Edge Dermatology, we want to help make everyone smarter about skin cancer diagnosis and treatment. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. Early detection is vital.
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Non-Surgical Electron Beam Therapy for Skin Cancer at Water’s Edge
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
[Read More]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]“Destination Dermatology” debuts in Stuart, FL with opening of new one-of-a-kind Water’s Edge Dermatology office
Water’s Edge Dermatology cements status as “Florida’s Destination Dermatologists” with debut of 10,000 sq. ft. flagship location in Stuart, and multidisciplinary “Centers of Excellence”: Skin Cancer Electron Beam Radiation for the first time in Florida dermatology office setting; first-time offering of Plastic Surgery Services; and a brand new Cosmetic/Aesthetic MediSpa…all that plus General Dermatology, in
[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
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