New on the Blog 10 Ways to Boost Your Sunscreen If you’re an outdoor enthusiast, you may not realize how much UV exposure you’re getting while pursuing your passion. Maximize your sun safety with our experts’ best tips. Our Staff Gets Out! At The Skin Cancer Foundation, we know how vital time in nature is for our health. Our staff members share a photo and tell how they protect their skin from the sun. 5 Sneaky Ways You’re Being Exposed to the Sun’s UV Rays There are more than a few situations where UV radiation can sneak in and reach you, and it’s just as important to protect yourself against potential skin damage at these times as it is on sunny days. Ask the Expert: Can I Avoid a Scar? If much of a skin cancer tumor is below the surface, the scar may be bigger than expected. But Mohs surgery has a high cure rate while sparing as much healthy tissue as possible. Indoor Tanning Legislation: Here’s Where We Stand When you consider the dangers of indoor tanning, it’s difficult to believe the practice is still legal for anyone, let alone children. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a proven human carcinogen, and skin cancer is linked to indoor tanning. Yet we know that teenagers around the country are still using UV tanning beds. |