Can Tattoo Artists Help Spot Skin Cancer? Tattoos have become hugely popular over the past few decades. Those who choose to get them do so for many reasons. To relive memories, memorialize someone special or show pride in something are just a few. Regardless, the reason we care about tattoos is with regard to how they … Read more
Phoning it in: Telehealth and Dermatology In just a very short period of time, most of our society has had to adapt to massive changes regarding technology. Everything’s changed; from entertainment options, to shopping, to communicating, to “Telehealth”. How many of you reading this remember when telephone booths were everywhere? Yet see one now, and … Read more
Different Types of Ultraviolet Rays We hear more about Ultraviolet Rays these days than we’ve had in the past; and that’s fantastic. Information on harmful UV rays translates directly to more education about them. And the more Melanoma and skin cancer awareness the public consumes, the more apt people are to either begin, or to … Read more
Unfortunately, until somewhat recently the skin safety component of this common, popular cosmetic procedure hasn’t been researched all that much. But, slowly, that is thankfully starting to change. According to a study referenced in the Glamour Magazine article cited below, the amount of UV rays given by gel manicures curing lamps can differ significantly from salon to … Read more
When is it time to see your dermatologist? It’s hard enough to get people, especially men, to regularly visit even their own general practitioners; let alone a specialist like a dermatologist. Of course, those with pre-existing skin-conditions are more apt to visit their dermatologists on a regular basis. But if that’s not you, what are … Read more
Of all the cancers we’ve heard being associated with Cell Phones and Smartphones since their introduction, skin cancer is likely one you’ve heard about the least. Perhaps that’s because the risk of skin cancer isn’t due to any interior workings or transmission methods of the phones themselves. No, it’s much simpler. When Using Your Phone … Read more
If you haven’t just returned from a lengthy vacation on Jupiter, you’ve probably noticed that America is currently embroiled in one of, if not the, most polarizing presidential elections ever. Fear not, though! We aren’t here today to discuss the politics of politics; or to take sides. Instead we’d like to focus on the candidates … Read more