We talk about skin cancer quite a bit around here. It would make sense that we would since skin health is our business. Recently, we were reminded that, just because we’re talking about skin cancer, that doesn’t mean the important message about screenings and early treatment are being absorbed. We know no one means to […]
Sunscreen. It’s something that you know you need. You may be careful to purchase a daily moisturizer that has SPF. You may spray up the kids when you arrive at the pool or lake for a day out. Many people are using sunscreen when they think of it. The problem is, cases of skin […]
The sun’s ultraviolet rays can damage your skin in just minutes. And even during the wintertime, you’re not immune to the sun’s harmful effects. When the sun reflects off of snow or ice, it can do just as much damage to your skin as when you’re lying on the beach. The good news is most […]
One in every five Americans will develop some form of skin cancer during their lifetime. Sun exposure is the most preventable risk factor for skin cancer, including melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer. Ultraviolet Radiation Sunlight consists of two types of harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays that reach the earth – UVA rays and UVB […]
With Spring Break right around the corner, more Americans will start to hit the tanning beds. It seems like you can’t get through one radio commercial break without hearing at least one tanning salon special. Tanning beds become more popular around this time of year due to people to wanting to get a “base tan” […]
