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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"Tanmaxxing" is trending on social media. The reality? A tan is skin damage.
UV exposure damages skin cells, speeds up premature aging, and increases your risk of skin cancer. There’s no such thing as a safe tan.
#SkinCancerAwareness #Tanmaxxing #WearSPF
What looked like sun damage was amelanotic melanoma.
Dermatologist Deborah S. Sarnoff, MD, noticed a small pink bump on Ilene Potter’s temple. A biopsy revealed amelanotic melanoma. It was caught early and removed.
Learn more: skincancer.org/blog/how-wrin…
#Melanoma #SunSafety
We often talk about protecting your skin from UV damage, but what about your eyes? UV rays from the sun and tanning beds can cause eyelid skin cancers and premature aging around the eyes.
Learn how to protect your eyes in October’s newsletter: skincancer.org/blog/2026-10-…
Your eyes are your windows to the world. That’s why, at any age and year-round, it’s vital to protect them from the sun, especially if you take medication that increases their risk of sun damage.
Learn more about how medication affects your eyes’ sensitivity. Link in bio.
Melanoma cases are rising, but deaths are declining thanks to early detection, better treatments and research. The fight isn’t over.
✔️ Stay informed
✔️ Protect your skin
✔️ Get regular skin checks
✔️ See a dermatologist yearly
Learn more: SkinCancer.org/melanoma
#Melanoma
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Personal note: I haven't been on TV or working the past two weeks because I had Moh's surgery to remove squamous cell carcinoma from my nose. I thought it was a pimple that wouldn't go away, turns out it was cancer. I share this so that hopefully it inspires others to get checked is something feels/looks off.
Sophia Xia is inspiring young people to champion skin cancer prevention. Through Project Save Our Skin, she’s helping students bring prevention education to their schools and communities.
Read Sophia’s full story at SkinCancer.org.
#SkinCancerPrevention #SkinHealth
This #WorldSightDay, protect the health of your eyes as well as your skin. UV radiation doesn’t just damage your skin — it can also harm your eyes and the delicate skin surrounding them. Wear UV-protective sunglasses, seek shade, and don’t forget your wide-brimmed hat. #EyeHealth
Untreated eyelid skin cancers can become dangerous and disfiguring. At least 10% of cataract cases are linked to UV exposure. Protect your eyes year-round with a wide-brim hat and sunglasses that block 99-100% of UVA and UVB rays.
#EyeProtection #SunSafety #SkinCancerAwareness
Melanoma in people of color often develops on the palms, soles and under the nails.
Check your skin monthly and see a dermatologist yearly. If you notice anything NEW, CHANGING or UNUSUAL, contact a dermatologist.
#HispanicHeritageMonth #POC #SkinCancerIsSerious
Nearly 45 million Americans work outdoors, often without proper sun safety education. Daily UV exposure increases skin cancer risk. Protect yourself with UPF clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen.
It’s always important to protect your skin from the sun, and pregnancy is no exception. In fact, your skin sensitivity may be increased to the point that you feel overheated and dehydrated much sooner. Protect yourself, cover up and use mineral sunscreen for sensitive skin.
While childhood skin cancer is rare, it is possible. If you see anything new, changing or unusual on your child's skin, it is best to get it checked by a dermatologist. Early detection saves lives.
#ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth #Melanoma #PediatricCancer
Thinking of tanmaxxing? Think again. ☀️
A tan isn’t a sign of health. It’s a sign of skin damage. Using the UV Index to tan puts your skin at even greater risk.
Read Maclane’s story about why the “perfect tan” isn’t worth it. Link in bio.
#Tanmaxxing #SunSafety
Whitney’s melanoma didn’t look suspicious. A mole on her arm had been dismissed, but she pushed for a biopsy.
She was diagnosed with Stage IB melanoma.
Melanoma doesn’t always look suspicious. Check your skin and speak up when something feels off.
Sun protection isn’t just for summer! UV rays can harm your skin year-round, even on cloudy days. Make sunscreen a daily habit, wear protective clothing and seek shade when outdoors. Your skin will thank you!
Learn more at the link in bio.
Even though summer is coming to an end, sun safety should still be a top priority. ☀️
Save this checklist to make sure you’re protecting your skin every day, on Labor Day and beyond! 🧴
#LaborDay #SunSafety #SkinCancerPrevention #SkinCancerFoundation #SunProtection
Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is the 2nd most common skin cancer, with 1.8M US cases yearly.
Spotting new, changing, or unusual skin spots early makes most SCCs curable! Photos offer a general guide.
Learn more: SkinCancer.org/SCC
#SCC #SkinCancerAwareness
It’s completely natural to chase warm weather, but don't let intense UV rays catch you unprepared. Whether you're heading to the beach or spending time in your backyard, know how to prevent sunburns, and what to do if you get one.
Read more: SkinCancer.org/blog/treat-su…
BCC is the most common form of skin cancer.
BCC grows slowly and is often highly treatable when detected early. Regular skin checks can help you catch it early.
These photos are a general reference for what BCC can look like.
Learn more at SkinCancer.org/BCC
