Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, probably making up more than half of all diagnosed cases of cancer, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). READ MORE
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Unexpected Places You Can Get Skin Cancer
Most of us know we can get sunburned when we go to the beach or the lake in the summer, so we slather on the sunscreen. But we need to remember to protect all exposed skin at all times of the year, because the sun can damage the skin anytime, anywhere. And skin cancer can show up in unexpected places on the body.
Skin Cancer Is No Day at the Beach
I was diagnosed with skin cancer within days of turning 50 in October 2005. In the same month, I also got asthma and gingivitis—getting old was no fun! But I was lucky. All of my health problems were relatively minor and treatable.
The Great Girlfriends Podcast: Understanding Melanoma with Dr. Janiene Luke
Dr. Janiene Luke dives deep into an important conversation about melanoma, a type of skin cancer that affects thousands of people each year.
Melanoma Rates Are Rising. How Can You Protect Yourself?
Learn what you can do to protect yourself and your family from the deadliest form of skin cancer
Las tasas de melanoma están aumentando. ¿Cómo puedes protegerte?
Aprende lo que puedes hacer para protegerte a ti y a tu familia del tipo más mortal de cáncer de piel
Should You Give the Green Light to Red Light Therapy?
Celebrities like Katy Perry swear by this hot beauty trend. Here’s what you need to know before trying red light therapy at home.
True or False? Sun Safety
How bright are you when it comes to sun protection? Take our quiz to find out.
5 Women's Health and Beauty Products Made by Women
From period products to organic makeup, here are some badass brands founded by women
5 Items You Need to Have Fun in the Sun
Throw some shade at skin cancer with these protective products and tips
5 Health Trends on TikTok: Heart or Hype?
Somatic exercises, snail mucin and the sleepy girl mocktail. Here’s what you should know and what's worth the hype.
Everything you need to know about women’s health — in one place.
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