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The Skin Cancer Foundation
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We save and improve lives by empowering people to take a proactive approach to daily sun protection and the early detection and treatment of skin cancer.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · Jul 1
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the world. But it affects people in very unique and personal ways. Hear from survivors that #SkinCancerIsPersonal #skincancerawareness #skincancer www.skincancer.org/blog/skin-ca...
Skin Cancer Is Personal
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the world. But it affects each individual in unique and personal ways. Survivors share their stories.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · Jun 27
With so many options on the market, what’s the best #sunscreen for you? The answer is simple: The one you will use every day, all year long. Read our sunscreen issue for more info and answers to common questions. www.skincancer.org/blog/your-ju...
Your June Update: Know About Sunscreen!
Summertime is the best time to get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather. Be sure to bring your sunscreen to protect your skin from sun damage that causes skin aging and can lead to skin cancers.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · Jun 26
#Sunscreen is a key part of a complete sun protection strategy to prevent sun damage that causes premature skin aging and #skincancer. Our expert explains how to best apply it. www.skincancer.org/blog/ask-the...
Ask The Expert: How to Apply Sunscreen
Sunscreen is part of a complete sun protection strategy to safeguard your skin from damage caused by UV radiation. But how much sunscreen do you need and how often should you apply? Our expert provide...
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · Jun 24
Protect your skin from sun damage that can lead to skin cancer. Here's how: skincancer.org/prevention
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · Jun 24
Your top 5 #sunscreen questions, answered! www.skincancer.org/blog/ask-the...
Ask The Expert: 5 of Your Top Sunscreen Questions, Answered!
The Skin Cancer Foundation Photobiology Committee provides evidence-based answers to five commonly asked questions about sunscreen.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · Jun 24
SPF. Broad-spectrum. Water-resistant. Find out how to read a sunscreen label! www.skincancer.org/blog/how-to-...
How to Read a Sunscreen Label
Get explanations of key terms appearing on sunscreen labels that you should understand when selecting a sunscreen product.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · May 16
Thank you to all who fueled our mission at the 2025 #SCFGala, including our amazing host, Christie Brinkley! www.skincancer.org/press/the-sk... #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · May 13
Indoor tanning leads to #skincancer - don't do it! #tanningdanger www.skincancer.org/blog/from-ta...
From Tanning Beds to Skin Cancer
Years of indoor tanning led to more than 30 basal cell carcinomas for Cassidy, who learned a hard lesson about the dangers of tanning.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · May 12
What is #Basalcellcarcinoma? Learn more about this common skin cancer, and why it's important to seek treatment. skincancer.org/bcc
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Get the facts about basal cell carcinoma (BCC), the most common form of skin cancer, along with answers to your questions and images.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · May 9
We're kicking off our #SkinCancerIsPersonal series with Brittanny's story. #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth #MelanomaAwareness youtube.com/shorts/thiA7...
Brittanny’s Stage III Melanoma Journey: Skin Cancer Is Personal
YouTube video by The Skin Cancer Foundation
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · May 8
Our #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth newsletter is out! www.skincancer.org/blog/2025-yo...
Your Skin Cancer Awareness Month Update 💛
Stay informed with our Newsletter. May marks the Skin Cancer Awareness Month – a time when skin cancer awareness is at its peak.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · May 6
Melanoma is serious. @michellemonaghan.bsky.social www.skincancer.org/blog/after-a...
After a Melanoma Diagnosis, Actress Michelle Monaghan Got Serious About Skin Health
Since she had a melanoma removed, Michelle Monaghan has been an advocate for skin cancer education and sun protection.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · May 5
Today is #MelanomaMonday, a day to raise awareness about this dangerous form of skin cancer. Know the warning signs, risk factors and how to protect yourself www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-...
Melanoma Warning Signs and Images
Learn melanoma warning signs, symptoms and signs of skin cancer. See images of moles to help find melanoma early when it is easier to cure.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · May 2
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · May 2
#Skincancer is the out-of-control growth of abnormal cells in the skin, caused by DNA damage. The main types of skin cancer are #basalcellcarcinoma, #squamouscellcarcinoma & #melanoma #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-...
Skin Cancer Information
Discover what causes cancers of the skin; learn the signs & symptoms that you should never ignore. Skin cancer information you can trust.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · May 1
Public Safety Warning regarding sun protection misinformation: www.skincancer.org/press/the-sk... #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth
The Skin Cancer Foundation Photobiology Committee Announces Updated Criteria for Seal of Recommendation During Skin Cancer Awareness Month
The Photobiology Committee also issues a public safety warning regarding sun protection misinformation amid growing rates of skin cancer in the U.S.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · May 1
May is #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth! Let's share the facts about skin cancer and help save lives. skincancer.org/may
Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a time to educate people about the dangers of skin cancer, share the facts and help save lives.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · Apr 29
How much do you know about the world's most common cancer? Take the quiz! #SkinCancerAwareness www.skincancer.org/blog/skin-ca...
How much do you know about skin cancer?
Test your knowledge about skin cancer by taking our interactive quiz.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · Apr 29
Get ready for #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth This year, we are spreading awareness around the fact that #SkinCancerIsPersonal. Get involved! www.skincancer.org/get-involved...
Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a time to educate people about the dangers of skin cancer, share the facts and help save lives.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · Apr 29
Thanks to the success of prevention and early detection campaigns, most skin cancers are diagnosed and treated in the early stage. Still, any type of skin cancer can grow, spread and become dangerous, even life-threatening. More info: www.skincancer.org/blog/10-thin...
10 Things Everyone Should Know About Advanced Skin Cancers
Our expert oncologist shares her top insights from 25 years of experience treating patients with advanced skin cancers.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · Feb 25
Get the facts about Merkel cell carcinoma, a rare, aggressive skin cancer. #RareDiseaseDay www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-...
Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Get an overview about Merkel cell carcinoma, a rare, aggressive skin cancer, along with answers to your questions about diagnosis, treatment and risks.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · Feb 25
Get the facts about skin cancer, the most common cancer in the U.S. and worldwide. www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-...
Skin Cancer Facts & Statistics
Get the latest skin cancer facts and skin cancer statistics. Learn more about the most common cancer in the U.S. and worldwide. Cancer facts.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · Feb 25
What's your sun protection style? www.skincancer.org/blog/find-yo...
Find Your Sun Protection Style!
Sunscreen should always be an important part of your sun strategy, but wearing the right clothing and accessories can give you full coverage while keeping you cool, too.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · Feb 6
Today, #BobMarley would have been 80 years old, but melanoma cut his life short. When a dark spot appeared under his toenail, Marley thought it was a soccer injury. But the spot was acral lentiginous #melanoma (ALM), a rare, aggressive type of #skincancer. skincancer.org/marley.
Bob Marley Should Not Have Died from Melanoma
Bob Marley died in 1981 from acral lentiginous melanoma (ALM). While rare, ALM is the most common melanoma found in people of color.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation @skincancerorg.bsky.social · Feb 4
Today is World Cancer Day. Unfortunately, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer. The U.S. loses 50 people to skin cancer every day, and we won’t stop until that number is zero. With your help, we will get there.⁠
#WorldCancerDay #ShareTheFacts #SkinCancerAwareness
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