Super Bowl and Sun Protection

Super bowl sun protection

We’d like to congratulate the Denver Broncos on winning their franchise’s third Super Bowl against the Carolina Panthers this past Sunday. The game was played at the beautiful new open-air home of the San Francisco 49ers, Levi Stadium, in Santa Clara, California. With the Super Bowl’s start time being 6:30 p.m. on the east coast, … Read more

Hugh Jackman: Celebrity Skin Cancer

Hugh Jackman

Hugh Jackman, a very popular actor and Academy Award nominee, has recently disclosed his battle with the form of skin cancer known as Basal Cell, which he referred to as, “The mildest form of cancer but serious, nonetheless.” And while that is well put, there is really no such thing as “mild” cancer, to be … Read more

Vitiligo: Sun Exposure Sensitivities

In a recent post we discussed the rare skin condition Albinism. Today we’d like to go over the uncommon, though not-quite-as-rare autoimmune disease, Vitiligo. Like the former, Vitiligo can impact both genders and members of any race. It also can appear at any age. Medical science cannot state conclusively what causes Vitiligo in those who … Read more

Bob Marley: Happy Born Day

Bob Marley Born Day

People generally tend to think that darker complexions tan easier, and therefore don’t require the same precautions taken by those with lighter complexions. That just isn’t true. In fact, legendary reggae singer Bob Marley died of Melanoma. Yes, that’s right. Marley had a dark complexion and lived close to the equator. That combination increased his … Read more

UV Light Therapy: Eczema Treatment

Uv Light Therapy: Eczema

As those suffering from the persistent itchiness caused by the red rashes of eczema know, it can be a real pain in the neck. Or back. Or anywhere, really. It’s not an uncommon affliction, though. If you’re an American with eczema, you have tens of millions of others with you in that same boat. As … Read more

Infant Sun Safety: Sunscreen or Shade?

Infant Sun Safety

The Magic Question When an adult goes outdoors to spend time in the sun at the park, pool, shoreline, or wherever, he or she is generally aware that it’s beneficial to wear and re-apply sunscreen throughout the day. But what if you’re bringing an Infant along with you; is that what’s best for them, too? … Read more

Beach Bum: Bare Necessities

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Sun Protection Is For Every-BODY Are you a ” Beach Bum ” or regular visitor to clothing-optional beaches? Today we’ve got you covered (So to speak). As skin cancer affects everyone everywhere, it’s our continual goal to spread Melanoma awareness, tips and advice all over the world. At times, we place a special emphasis on reaching … Read more