Skin cancer is the No. 1 most common type of cancer in the U.S. That's one of the reasons that May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Many Americans are unaware of their risk for skin cancers, ...

Skin cancer on the face may appear as an atypical mole, a raised spot, a discolored area, or a dry, scaly patch of skin. The disease can occur on the face, head, and neck due to sun exposure or other ...

Whether you have a scattering of moles all over your body - or just a few - there’s a lot of confusion about what’s considered “normal” and what might pose a risk. While most moles rarely turn into ...

When it comes to skin management, many of us grapple with unsightly blemishes like moles and skin tags. These imperfections can affect our confidence, ultimately influencing how we present ourselves ...

If there's one good thing about skin cancer, it's that you can spot it yourself—if you know what to look for. And the earlier you can find skin cancer, the sooner you can seek treatment. The Skin ...

Friday was the first full day of summer and dermatologists are warning people how dangerous direct sunlight can be when it comes to developing skin cancer. Dr. Carley Fowler is a dermatologist in ...

A nurse who checks moles for skin cancer recommends people follow the 'ugly duckling' rule. A mole that stands out, or the 'ugly duckling,' should be checked out by a doctor, Laura Harker told The Sun ...

Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed type of cancer and will affect one in five Americans at some point during their life. Dr. Mark Hyde, the Director of Advanced Practice at Huntsman Cancer ...

Dr. Pacheco answers the question: 'Skin Marks That May Be Of Concern?' June 1, 2009 -- Question: Are there skin marks (other than moles) that may be of concern? Answer: When it comes to skin marks on ...

This article was medically reviewed by Caroline Chang, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and member of the Prevention Medical Review Board, on June 19, 2019. Every summer, the importance of ...

Most often, skin cancer on the arm is a basal cell or squamous cell cancer or melanoma. Basal and squamous cell skin cancers are common and highly curable. Melanoma is less common and more likely to ...