by Jodi | Oct 22, 2012
Question: I’ve noticed a small sore like a scab on my left upper arm that will not go away. What could that be? What should I do about it? Answer: Your sore could be a Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC), so don’t take it lightly. Sometimes a BCC can resemble...
by Jodi | Jun 22, 2012
Question: When applying sunscreen, should you rub it in so it’s invisible, or leave it as a white coating (not quite as stylish)? Answer: Well, it depends on the type of sunscreen you are using. Most spray-ons will rub in invisibly. But if you are using a white...
by Jodi | Jun 22, 2012
Question: My son goes to camp all day and I need a good sunscreen because he has sensitive skin and is very fair. I’ve also heard that there is a certain chemical that kids should not be exposed to because it causes cancer. And, are the sprays as effective as...
by Jodi | Jun 14, 2012
Question: “I read about some new sunscreen labeling rules in a magazine but I don’t really know how they apply to me when I’m standing in the store aisle trying to choose sunscreen! Can you help?” Answer: Of course! These new FDA sunscreen...
by Jodi | May 31, 2012
Children are particularly at risk of the dangers of sun exposure. Children’s skin is more sensitive to the sun’s rays. A sunburn in childhood increases the risk of melanoma and other skin cancers later on in life. Children are more exposed to the sun because they...
