Husband, wife overcome skin cancer together
Skin cancer is the most common of all cancer types, and skin cancer awareness aims to increase the importance of prevention and early detection. One couple understands too well just how important early detection can be. TODAY’s Lester Holt reports.
Skin Cancer Linked with Lower Alzheimer's Risk
Though it's smart to take steps to prevent skin cancer, people diagnosed with the non-melanoma types of the disease may have a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, a new study finds. Full story
Melanoma: How to prevent, detect it
More than 3.5 million new cases of skin cancer are expected to be diagnosed this year. Dr. Debra Wattenberg, an associate professor of dermatology at Mount Sinai Medical Center, offers her life-saving advice on how you can prevent and detect skin cancer.
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New push in the fight against melanoma
New sunscreen labels are designed to educate consumers on which combats skin cancer. NBC News' Erika Edwards reports.
1 in 4 skin cancer survivors admit to never wearing sunscreen
New research from Yale University indicates even after being diagnosed with skin cancer, some patients haven’t been able to stay away from the sun, or make lifestyle changes that would protect them from the sun’s rays. NBC’s Brian Williams reports
New melanoma scanner boasts 98% accuracy
Dermatologists have a new non-invasive tool called Melafind to help evaluate possible cases of skin cancer in their patients. WKYC's Monica Robins reports.
‘Pale Girl’ talks ‘honest’ portrayal of skin cancer
Hillary Fogelson is a three-time melanoma survivor who has made it her mission to promote skin cancer awareness and help families protect themselves from the dangers of sun exposure. She talks with TODAY’s Savannah Guthrie about her new memoir, “Pale Girl Speaks: A Year Uncovered.”
Detecting and preventing skin cancer
Before you spend the summer in the sun, Dr. Susan Taylor has important advice for protecting yourself from deadly skin cancer and tips for early detection that could save your life.
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