A Guide to Skin Cancer and Melanoma

back to basics with melanoma

A Guide to Skin Cancer and Melanoma Skin Cancer and Melanoma Guide ABCE: A mnemonic device used to help non-medical laypersons remember what to look for when checking out suspicious moles and skin growths. These letters stand for:  A- (Asymmetry) B- (Border) C- (Color) D- (Diameter) E- (Evolving) Benign: A mole or other skin growth that … Read more

Are You Getting the SPF You Pay For?

SPF Truth in advertising

A Consumer Reports study cited by CNN in the source article credited and linked below states that almost 50% of American sunscreens have a lesser amount of Sun Protection Factor (SPF) than their products advertised having. In some cases, dramatically less. These findings are very important, because this is nothing like buying a 20 piece … Read more

Cancer Technology Update: Malignant Melanoma

Cancer Technology Malignant Melanoma DNA

In an effort to keep you updated, at Sundicators we’re constantly on the lookout for news of the latest skin cancer technology improvements and treatments. Recently, we came across a story put out by NDTV.com regarding a new method for medical science and Cancer Technology to monitor one of the worst types of skin cancer … Read more

Outdoor Occupations and Sun-Safety

Outdoor Occupation Sundicators Sun Protection

This blog has provided many tips on how people can protect themselves from the sun during a countless array of outdoor activities. But what if spending your entire day outdoors is a part of your job description? There are many whose livelihoods require them to be exposed to harmful UV rays and sun skin damage each … Read more