It’s unfortunate that for a very long time, there has been a misconception that Black people can’t get skin cancer. This belief stems from the fact that melanin provides some natural protection ...

Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, weather has been a passion for Adam for as long as he can remember! Whether it was thunderstorms or winter storms, Adam has always been geeking out. After ...

The C-POST trial showed a disease-free survival benefit with adjuvant Libtayo for high-risk cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma, potentially influencing future standard care. Immunotherapy remains the ...

Receiving a diagnosis of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) can be an overwhelming experience, but it is important to remember ...

Ultraviolet light is one of the most familiar cancer risks on Earth, yet it still behaves like a slow, silent explosive in ...

EARLY DETECTION. OKAY, MARY, LET’S TALK ABOUT SUN PROTECTION. SKIN CANCER IS THE MOST COMMON CANCER IN THE U.S., BUT FOR BLACK PATIENTS, CANCER SIGNS CAN SHOW UP IN UNEXPECTED PLACES, AND MISSING THEM ...

A personalized cancer treatment developed by Moderna Inc. and Merck & Co. helped prevent the recurrence of high-risk skin ...

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and according to the American Academy of Dermatology, it is the most common cancer in the United States with millions of cases diagnosed every year. Dr. Ida Orengo, ...

Older adults face unique risks for skin cancer due to long-term sun exposure and age-related changes. Skin cancer is becoming more common in older adult populations around the world. According to the ...

What if the earliest signs of skin cancer could be identified sooner—before a dermatology appointment?

Skin cancer can occur anywhere, but scars and burn injuries are at a higher risk. Wearing sunscreen and, when possible, avoiding UV radiation can lower the risk of developing skin cancer in a scar.