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Destination Healthy Skin

WEBDestination Healthy Skin is The Skin Cancer Foundation’s mobile skin cancer screening and education program. Since its launch, the program’s team of volunteer dermatologists …

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Can Your Diet Help Prevent Skin Cancer

WEBVitamins C, E and A, zinc, selenium, beta carotene (carotenoids), omega-3 fatty acids, lycopene and polyphenols are among the antioxidants many dermatologists …

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The Future of Skin Health May Be Inside You

WEBThe answer is surprisingly simple. “The best thing you can do is to have a healthy diet with lots of diverse sources of fiber,” Dr. Pribyl says. “There are strong links …

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Skin Cancer Prevention

WEBApply 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of sunscreen to your entire body 30 minutes before going outside. Reapply every two hours or after swimming or excessive sweating. Find …

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Can a Medical Condition Increase Your Risk of Skin Cancer

WEBNow researchers have discovered that 16 specific strains of HPV may promote skin cancer (along with exposure to UV radiation). An international team of …

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The Mind-Skin Stress Connection, Part 1

WEBUltraviolet (UV) light from the sun is the main source of skin damage that can lead to skin cancer. However, stress may also play a role, as it causes the body to …

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920 Free Skin Cancer Screenings in 21 Communities

WEB12,000+ miles traveled by our custom RV with two private exam rooms. 21 communities visited to deliver free screenings and skin cancer education. 920 free skin …

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The Skin Cancer Foundation Announces a New Approach to Early …

WEBNew York, NY (June 25, 2019) – The Skin Cancer Foundation, the leading nonprofit organization focused on public and professional education, is launching a new campaign …

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Why Do We (Still) Tan

WEBIn the 1930s and beyond, the goal was to acquire a tan, even if you couldn’t afford to spend winters on the Côte d’Azur. The aptly named “Golden Age” in Hollywood …

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Sun Protective Clothing

WEBUPF measures the amount of UV radiation that can penetrate fabric and reach your skin. Sun Protection Factor, or SPF, is based on the time it takes for UV-exposed skin to …

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Is It Time to Seek a Second Opinion

WEBOne of the most common reasons skin cancer patients seek a second diagnosis is for potential reconstructive surgery, says Dr. Perez. “I always suggest a …

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Social Media and Skin Cancer: The Benefits, the Drawbacks for …

WEBPhoto: Getty Images. Have you ever shared details of your medical diagnosis on social media? If so, you are in good company. We know from our own …

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5 Myths of Indoor Tanning, Busted!

WEBMyth 1: “Year-round UV exposure is essential for vitamin D and good health.”. Most skin cancers are caused by harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun or …

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Indoor Tanning 101: Do You Know the Risks

WEBTanning beds mainly emit UVA rays, which penetrate the skin more deeply than UVB and are primarily responsible for tanning and skin aging. Both UVA and UVB …

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Sun Safety Tips COPPERTONE For Sports Enthusiasts

WEB36 SK IN CA NCER FOUNDATION JOUR NA L LIFESTYLE 37 She also looks for breathable fabrics that help runners avoid overheating and likes Nike’s DriFIT …

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