Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States—it is estimated that more than 5 million new cases are diagnosed each year—more than all other cancers combined.
Basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell skin cancer account for the vast majority of cases. Stay informed and protect your skin by using the valuable resources on this website.
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If you’ve been diagnosed with skin cancer, it’s important to have access to resources that can help you during and after cancer treatment. AIM at Skin Cancer provides skin cancer patients, caregivers, and families with easy-to-understand information on a variety of topics, including prevention and early detection, treatment, side effects, and survivorship.
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Top 5 Skin Cancer Awareness Tips for a Healthier You
As spring gives way to sunny days and outdoor activities, it’s a crucial reminder that May is Skin Cancer Awareness…
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Sun Protection Tips: Navigating the World of Sunscreen
Sunscreen is crucial, but knowledge is invaluable. In our bi-monthly series, “Psst! Here’s What You Should be Asking Your Dermatologist,”…
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Meet Krista Rubin, MS, FNP-BC
by Mara Klecker Krista Rubin has spent her entire 30-plus year career in oncology nursing. For the last 22 years,she’s…
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Everyone affected by skin cancer can turn to us for support. Whatever concerns or challenges you’re facing, we are here to support you every day, from day one.
We're committed to giving you and your loved ones the tools you need to cope with and battle skin cancer.
Education can come in many forms for someone diagnosed with Skin cancer
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Skin Cancer & You Webinar Series
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Skin Cancer in People of Color
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Survivor Stories
Rob’s Story: Squamous Cell Skin Cancer
“Like a lot of people, I woke up New Year’s Day 2012 with a horrible headache, the difference was, I…
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Alvin’s Story: Squamous Cell Skin Cancer
Alvin Green;Date of Diagnosis: 02/19/2020;El Cajon, CA;Squamous Cell Skin Cancer, High Risk, Locally Advanced; In early 2020, my dermatologist diagnosed…
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David’s Story: Basal Cell Carcinoma
David Corso;Date of Diagnosis: 1993;Age at Diagnosis: 44;Colorado Springs, CO;Basal Cell Carcinoma; As a second-generation Italian American, I feared not…
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