Melanoma is a dangerous type of skin cancer that comes from cells known as melanocytes. While it’s less common than basal cell carcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma, two types of skin cancer that form in other types of skin cells, it is more dangerous. Melanoma can quickly spread to other organs if not treated at […]
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“C’MON, DOC. What’s a little sunburn?” is a question I frequently hear from the public. The answer is, if you’re lucky, that’s all it is. But a little sunburn is one of the easiest skin cancer risk factors to avoid. If left untreated, skin cancer, or melanoma, can progress to the point that it’s disfiguring
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Tips for Protecting Yourself and Vulnerable Populations From Skin Cancer by REBEKAH PIERCE Living in the Sunshine State certainly has its perks — beautiful beaches, warm weather, and plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy year-round. But with great sunshine comes great responsibility. Not only is it important to think about skin protection for yourself, but
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Lakeland, FL – The Watson Clinic is pleased to welcome the following new additions to their team of expert physicians and medical providers. Dr. Hasanein received his medical degree from the University of Damascus School of Medicine in Damascus, Syria. He joined the Department of Melanoma at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX, where
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by DR. JOY JACKSON Summer has arrived, bringing school breaks, hot weather, and the sun’s rays beating down on us. UV rays from the sun cause skin damage and it can lead to skin cancer. The Department of Health in Polk County would like to encourage you to practice sun-safe behaviors for yourself and for
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Know the Risks and Signs Associated With Melanoma by RYAN MILEJCZAK Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, with more Americans receiving a skin cancer diagnosis each year than all other cancer diagnoses combined. Melanoma is the least common form of skin cancer, but it’s also the deadliest. In fact, it causes more
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If you’ve lived in Florida for any length of time, it can be easy to become blasé about skin cancer and sunscreen. This is, after all, the Sunshine State. When you start learning about the dangers of UV rays as early as age 5, the message can become muted. Unfortunately, that means the finer nuances
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by EDITH WEPPELMANN, OD Do you enjoy watersports, fishing, golfing, hiking outdoors, or going to the beach? Sunglasses are not only a fashion accessory. They keep you looking good by preventing wrinkles, and more importantly, they protect your eyes from the development of various diseases. Your shades work to protect your vision health and maximize
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Protection and Detection Are Key to Skin Cancer Treatment
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