Reviewed by: Joshua M. Newman, M.D.
According to the American Cancer Society, more people are diagnosed with skin cancer each year in the U.S. than all other cancers combined. It presents in various forms, with basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma being the most common types.
Reviewed by: Joshua M. Newman, M.D.
Skin is the largest organ of the human body—so large that it encapsulates every system within it. But when was the last time you checked on your skin, especially during these hot summer months?
Reviewed by: Joshua M. Newman, M.D.
Summertime is when many of us think about wearing sunscreen and protecting our skin. But protecting our skin is something we should think about all year. Some may not expect skin cancer to be ranked as the most common cancer type in the United States. However, if caught early, it is mostly preventable, and if caught early, it is usually curable with skin cancer treatment.
Reviewed by: Joshua M. Newman, M.D.
The C-word often brings feelings of fear or panic to many people. And unlike many other cancers, the chances of developing skin cancer are high for many people. The good news is that skin cancer treatment has a huge success rate provided treatment begins early.