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Skin Care Simplified: How to Clean and Protect Your Skin
Skin is our first line of defense against injury, illness, allergens, and other hazards. Learn how to protect it.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Skin Care
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Skin Cancer in People of Color: Risks and Warning Signs
Although people with lighter skin colors can find themselves at greater risk, skin cancer in people of color is still a concern.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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More Than Melanoma: Different Types of Skin Cancer
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
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Sun Safety and the Early Signs of Skin Cancer
Laura Ferris, MD, PhD discusses ways to stay safe in the summer sun and some of the early signs of skin cancer.Listen Now
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Cancer Screenings Through Your Lifetime
To help reduce cancer deaths, the ACS recommends a wide range of cancer screenings to promote early detection. Here's what you need to know.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Protecting Your Skin to Prevent Sun Damage and Skin Cancer
Sunburns cause irreversible damage to the skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays. Learn how to protect your skin and what to watch for as signs of skin cancer.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Skin Care
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How to Prevent Age Spots
Age spots, also known as liver spots, are small, dark areas on the skin. They typically appear on the face, hands, shoulders, and arms — areas that are most often exposed to the sun. Age spots commonly appear in adults over age 50, although young people can get them, too.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Skin Care
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The Importance of Catching Cancer Early
Early detection of cancer greatly improves survival from many types of cancer. Learn how to catch cancer before it spreads.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Suffering from Runner’s Foot Problems? Here’s How to Care for Calluses
Are you are suffering from runner's foot problems? A very common issue for runners is calluses. Here are ideas for prevention and treatment.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine