The Skin Cancer Foundation

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.

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...

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.

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...

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...

#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...

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Protect your skin from sun damage that can lead to skin cancer. Here's how: skincancer.org/prevention

Ask The Expert: 5 of Your Top Sunscreen Questions, Answered! The Skin Cancer Foundation Photobiology Committee provides evidence-based answers to five commonly asked questions about sunscreen.

Your top 5 #sunscreen questions, answered! www.skincancer.org/blog/ask-the...

How to Read a Sunscreen Label Get explanations of key terms appearing on sunscreen labels that you should understand when selecting a sunscreen product.

SPF. Broad-spectrum. Water-resistant. Find out how to read a sunscreen label! www.skincancer.org/blog/how-to-...

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

From Tanning Beds to Skin Cancer Years of indoor tanning led to more than 30 basal cell carcinomas for Cassidy, who learned a hard lesson about the dangers of tanning.

Indoor tanning leads to #skincancer - don't do it! #tanningdanger www.skincancer.org/blog/from-ta...

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.

What is #Basalcellcarcinoma? Learn more about this common skin cancer, and why it's important to seek treatment. skincancer.org/bcc

YouTube video by The Skin Cancer Foundation Brittanny’s Stage III Melanoma Journey: Skin Cancer Is Personal

We're kicking off our #SkinCancerIsPersonal series with Brittanny's story. #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth #MelanomaAwareness youtube.com/shorts/thiA7...

Your Skin Cancer Awareness Month Update 💛 Stay informed with our Newsletter. May marks the Skin Cancer Awareness Month – a time when skin cancer awareness is at its peak.

Our #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth newsletter is out! www.skincancer.org/blog/2025-yo...

After a Melanoma Diagnosis, Actress Michelle Monaghan Got Serious About Skin Health Since she had a melanoma removed, Michelle Monaghan has been an advocate for skin cancer education and sun protection.

Melanoma is serious. @michellemonaghan.bsky.social www.skincancer.org/blog/after-a...

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.

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-...

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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.

#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-...

The Skin Cancer Foundation Photobiology Committee Announces Updated Criteria for Seal of Recommendation During Skin Cancer Awareness Month The Photobiology Committee also issues a public safety warning regarding sun protection misinformation amid growing rates of skin cancer in the U.S.

Public Safety Warning regarding sun protection misinformation: www.skincancer.org/press/the-sk... #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth

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.

May is #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth! Let's share the facts about skin cancer and help save lives. skincancer.org/may

How much do you know about skin cancer? Test your knowledge about skin cancer by taking our interactive quiz.

How much do you know about the world's most common cancer? Take the quiz! #SkinCancerAwareness www.skincancer.org/blog/skin-ca...

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.

Get ready for #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth This year, we are spreading awareness around the fact that #SkinCancerIsPersonal. Get involved! www.skincancer.org/get-involved...

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.

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...

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.

Get the facts about Merkel cell carcinoma, a rare, aggressive skin cancer. #RareDiseaseDay 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.

Get the facts about skin cancer, the most common cancer in the U.S. and worldwide. www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-...

Find Your Sun Protection Style! Sunscreen should always be an important part of your sun strategy, but wearing the right clothing and accessories can give you full coverage while keeping you cool, too.

What's your sun protection style? www.skincancer.org/blog/find-yo...

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.

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.

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

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-...

Love Your Skin 💛
Protect Your Skin 🧴👒⛱️😎
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Love Your Skin 💛
Protect Your Skin🧴👒⛱️😎
Here's How: skincancer.org/prevention

Your January Issue: 3 Steps to Healthier Skin Happy New Year! We hope that keeping your skin safe and healthy is one of your goals for 2025. Here are three easy ways to get started:

Our January enews is out! Start the new year off with healthier skin, following these 3 steps: www.skincancer.org/blog/your-ja...

Remembering Jimmy Carter: Public Servant, Humanitarian, Stage IV Melanoma Warrior President Jimmy Carter passed away in December 2024 at the age of 100. During the final decade of his life, Carter faced numerous health issues, including a battle with stage IV melanoma.

On this national day of mourning for former president #JimmyCarter, we remember him for his public service, humanitarian work and for raising awareness about the dangers of skin cancer and the importance of medical innovation. www.skincancer.org/blog/remembe...