Normally, the cells in the skin grow old and are replaced with new skin cells. However, due to overexposure to ultraviolet light, cells divide quickly and produce a growth of abnormal cells that may be benign (non-cancerous) or cancerous. Fortunately, when identified and treated early, most cases are successful in treating skin cancer. Knowing what […]
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Early Signs of Skin Cancer
Cancer of any kind is an abnormal growth of cells. In the United States and worldwide, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, affecting one in five people before they reach age 70. Every hour, someone dies from skin cancer. Each day, nearly 10,000 people are diagnosed with skin cancer, which is a […]
Sunscreen 101: Prevention of Skin Cancer
Our serves as a line of defense and protects us from a lot of germs, bacteria, and dangers. Unfortunately, if it is not protected, our skin can develop conditions such as skin cancer. There are a lot of things you can do to protect your skin from skin cancer. Let’s look at some changes you […]
Is Expired Sunscreen Better than No Sunscreen?
Dermatologist and parents alike constantly reinforce the importance of sunscreen for unprotected or vulnerable skin. In recent years, sunscreens have become more sophisticated in their efforts to protect skin from the broad spectrum of the sun’s rays. Not only does sunscreen protect the skin from the sun’s harmful effects, it also prevents premature aging and […]
The Effects Of Chlorine On Your Skin
It’s finally summer and for kids, this means no school, summer camp, long days outdoors, and swimming in chlorine filled pools! Chlorine is a very useful way to keep pools from collecting bacteria and microorganisms that are harmful to humans. It’s helps keep you safe from harmful germs while you enjoy time in the water […]
