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After all the school supplies are purchased and the backpacks are loaded for the first day of school, sun protection is probably the last thing on your mind. Summer is winding down and it’s easy to assume sunscreen season is over too. But this simply isn’t the case. At Florida Dermatology and Skin Cancer Centers, […]

In Florida, summer doesn’t merely feel like a season. It’s more of a lifestyle. Between the persistent heat, near-daily afternoon downpours, hours spent in chlorinated pools, and salty ocean air, our hair and scalp take a beating that many people underestimate. As a dermatology practice rooted in this community, at Florida Dermatology and Skin Cancer

If you’ve lived in Florida for any time at all, then you know sun protection is a year-round necessity. With UV index readings that routinely top the charts and outdoor living as a part of our lifestyle, our skin faces a level of sun exposure that many living outside of the Sunshine State simply don’t

There is something almost instinctive about wanting to be outside when the weather is beautiful. A walk in the fresh air, a bike ride through the neighborhood, spending time gardening, or simply sitting beneath a canopy of trees can instantly lift your mood after a stressful day indoors. For many people, spending time outside feels

For many men, sunscreen can be treated as an afterthought. It gets tossed in a beach bag for vacation, borrowed during a family trip, or forgotten entirely during long days outside. Annual skin checks? These are often pushed to the bottom of the priority list. And conversations about skin care or sun protection are frequently

Here in Central Florida, sunshine is part of our everyday life. Whether you’re heading to the beach, spending the afternoon on the boat, cheering on your kids at weekend sports, or simply running errands, sun exposure is constant. That’s why Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month in May is the perfect time to revisit one

Melanoma & Skin Cancer Awareness Month is the perfect time to refocus on one of the most important aspects of your overall health: your skin. Living in Central Florida means enjoying sunshine year-round, but it also means increased exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, one of the leading causes of skin cancer. As dermatology professionals, we

It’s no secret that sun protection is extremely important. But how often are you scheduling a regular skin exam? Do you wait until a problem is already visible, or are you diligent about keeping your skin a priority? As dermatologists, one of the most impactful conversations we have with patients is about the value of

If you grew up in the 1970s, 1980s, or even the early 1990s, you probably remember the era of baby oil and aluminum foil reflectors. A perfect tan was often seen as the ultimate summer accessory. People would head to the beach slathered in baby oil, sometimes mixed with iodine, intentionally baking in the sun

Acne isn’t just something that happens during adolescence. In fact, many adults, especially women, develop acne well into their 20s, 30s and beyond. Hormones often play a key role in the development of acne. If your breakouts seem unpredictable, don’t respond well to over-the-counter products, or only happen around certain times of the month, you