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  • Article - 4 Minute Read

    Top 5 Facts About Skin Cancer: Prevention and Detection

    August 15, 2019

    More people get skin cancer from tanning beds than get lung cancer from cigarettes. Learn key facts about skin cancer from our experts. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

    Tagged with: Ajaipal Kang, basal cell cancers, lung cancer, Melanoma, prevention, skin cancer, Skin Cancer Foundation, skin cancer risk, squamous cell cancer, sunscreen, United States

    More people get skin cancer from tanning beds than get lung cancer from cigarettes
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Melanoma Facts: Are You at Risk?

    January 31, 2019

    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

    Take steps to reduce your risk of melanoma
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Can You Tell Melanoma Myth from Fact?

    March 14, 2018

    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, Skin Care

    Tagged with: Melanoma, skin cancer

    Learn facts about melanoma
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    Sunscreen for Babies: What Parents Need to Know

    June 23, 2016

    Babies younger than 6 months shouldn't wear sunscreen. Learn how to protect little ones from UV rays with this guide to sunscreen for babies. Learn More

    Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics, Skin Care

    Tagged with: featured article, featured post, Melanoma, mobile featured, skin cancer, sun protection, sunscreen, UVA, UVB

  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    5 Common Sunscreen and Sun Protection Mistakes

    July 29, 2015

    It's important to protect yourself from the sun. By knowing common mistakes people make in the sun, you can help reduce your risk of developing skin cancer Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    Categorized as: Cancer Care

    Tagged with: Melanoma, skin cancer, sunscreen, sunscreen mistakes

    sunscreen
  • Article - 4 Minute Read

    The Difference Between UVA, UVB, and UVC Rays

    July 30, 2014

    Learn about ultraviolet radiation, part of the sun's light spectrum that reaches the earth. Learn the difference between UVA, UVB, & UVC. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Safety

    Tagged with: abnormal moles, Melanoma, premature aging, skin cancer, SPF, sun damage, sun spots, sunscreen, ultraviolet radiation, UV rays, UVA, UVB, UVC

    difference between uva and uvb
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    Infographic: Protect Your Skin: Sunscreen 101

    June 22, 2014

    Learn some easy tips on how to use sunscreen to protect your skin during this summer by reviewing our infographic on proper sunscreen application. Learn More

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Skin Care

    Tagged with: Hillman Cancer Center, infographic, skin cancer, skin cancer screening, skin care, SPF, SPF 30, sunglasses, sunscreen

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    Men’s Health Tips by the Decades

    June 12, 2014

    In recognition of June and Men's Health month, check out our infographic to learn how you can stay fit and healthy through your entire life. Learn More

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Men's Health

    Tagged with: joint pain, Men's Health, skin cancer, very active

    Men's health tips by decade
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Sun Poisoning Dangers: Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

    June 4, 2014

    Learn more about the symptoms of sun poisoning, how to prevent it, how to treat it, and when you should seek medical care for it. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Safety

    Tagged with: featured posts, mobile featured, pmle, polymorphous light eruption, skin cancer, sun, sun poisoning, sunburn, UV light

    Learn more about the dangers of sun poisoning
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