Search Results for: Melanoma

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  More Than Melanoma: Different Types of Skin Cancer

  July 14, 2023

  There are several types of skin cancer beyond melanoma. Learn about the different types of skin cancer, how to identify each one, and how to protect yourself.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  How Fecal Transplants May Help Patients With Advanced Melanoma

  April 5, 2021

  A new study reports fecal transplants may help melanoma patients respond to immunotherapy. Learn more about this treatment.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

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  Skin Cancer Quiz: Can You Tell Melanoma Facts From Myths?

  June 6, 2019

  Learn myth from fact when it comes to melanoma. Test your knowledge with this quiz and learn about skin cancer from the experts at UPMC.Start Quiz

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness

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  Melanoma Facts: Are You at Risk?

  April 24, 2022

  Melanoma is the deadliest skin cancer, resulting in an estimated 10,000 deaths each year. But you can take steps to reduce your risk.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

  Tagged with: Melanoma, skin cancer, UPMC Cancer Center, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  

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  Why Everyone Should Care About Uveal Melanoma

  December 7, 2018

  An innovative treatment for one of the rarest cancers promises to be a Rosetta Stone for more widespread forms of cancer.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Cancer Care

  Tagged with: cell receptors, serious diseases, Udai Kammula, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, uveal melanoma

  

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  Melanoma: What Parents Need to Know

  April 25, 2022

  Many people do not realize that abnormal moles can look different in children than they do in adults. Here's what you need to know.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Pediatrics

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  What You Need to Know About Melanoma

  April 17, 2023

  Skin cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in the U.S. each year. Melanoma makes up only 1 percent of skin cancer cases, but causes the most deaths.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

  Tagged with: Melanoma, skin cancer

  

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  Know Your ABCDEs: How to Tell a Mole From Melanoma

  April 20, 2022

  Melanoma is often difficult to diagnose and can spread quickly if not treated. Learn how to spot the signs.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Skin Care

  Tagged with: dermatologist, dermatology, Melanoma, self-screening, skin cancer

  

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  Melanoma Monday: Screenings Save Lives

  May 1, 2014

  Melanoma can be treated very effectively if caught early. Learn more about melanoma and its risk factors. Discover the benefits of melanoma screenings.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Cancer Care

  Tagged with: American Academy of Dermatology, Melanoma, Melanoma Monday®, radiation, Screenings, skin cancer, sunburns