by Jodi | Aug 6, 2014 | Cancer Prevention, Children, Eyes, Skin Cancer Prevention, Skinformation, Sun
This past Tuesday, the United States surgeon general issued a call to action to prevent skin cancer, calling it a major public health problem that requires immediate action. Nearly 5 million people are treated for skin cancer each year. According to the American...
by Jodi | Jun 3, 2013 | Cancer Prevention, Health, Skin Cancer Prevention, Skinformation, Sun
Question: I’ve read many accounts online about an alternative therapy of using an herbal “Black Salve” to treat skin cancer, but then I also saw many scary photographs and read many scary stories of disfiguring skin damage from the treatment....
by Jodi | Mar 7, 2013 | Children, Eyes, Health, Skin Cancer Prevention, Skinformation, Sun
Question: My teenage daughters love using tanning beds, especially now that its winter. Tell me once and for all, is this a dangerous practice leading to skin cancer or a safe way to get some color? I’ve read conflicting reports online… Answer: Did you know...
by Jodi | May 7, 2012 | Health, Skin Cancer Prevention, Skinformation
Skin Cancer A tumor arising in the skin caused by uncontrolled cell division. Classified as melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer (basal and squamous cell carcinoma). Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC) The most common type of skin cancer, it originates from the basal cells in...
by Jodi | Mar 1, 2012 | Health, Skin Cancer Prevention, Skinformation, Uncategorized
As healthcare professionals, we are expected to do a thorough review of systems, assess your medication, evaluate your past medical and family history, equip you with health maintenance and, of course, conduct a physical exam. Examining the skin is the focus in...
