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When it comes to information surrounding skin cancer, especially melanoma, it can be hard to determine fact from fiction. Luckily, many organizations like the American Academy of Dermatology and the Skin Cancer Foundation regularly disseminate helpful learning materials to debunk myths and uncover truths about sun exposure and protection, as well as skin cancer awareness. […]

When it comes to scars, there is no such thing as “one size fits all.” Have you ever noticed that two or more scars can look different from one another? That’s because every person’s skin has a different way of healing that is influenced by a number of factors. Scars can vary in size, shape,

It’s no secret that smoking has severe repercussions for your overall health, affecting everything from your lungs and heart to your immune system. However, one of the more visible effects is the toll it takes on your skin. While most people are aware that smoking can age your appearance, the depth and variety of damage

In scientific terms, the human eye is an organ that detects light and send signals along the optic nerve to the brain. In everyday life, your eyes are the major interpreters of the world around you. As one of the most complex organs with a multitude of individual parts that all work together, healthy eyes

Most of us have noticed it – when someone is pregnant, they seemingly have a glow about them. Believe it or not, the “pregnancy glow” is actually a real skin condition! While the body is nurturing and growing a baby, it produces nearly 50% more blood volume to support new life. This results in increased

In our last blog, we discussed the warning signs your skin might give you when your internal health may need attention. We reviewed dry and itchy skin; unusual hair growth; thinning hair, hair loss, and dry scalp; yellow and red bumps; hives; as well as hyperpigmentation and dark patches. In part two of our series,

As the largest organ in your body, your skin serves multiple functions. It provides a waterproof barrier, helps regulate body temperature, and works as a protectant from infection and other elements such as pollutants, bacteria, and the sun’s UV rays. Your skin can also be a key indicator when something is wrong with your body’s

Florida’s summer temperatures are soaring, with sweltering heat becoming a daily reality. Despite the intense sun, Floridians and visitors alike are eager to enjoy outdoor summer activities and adventures. And with any fun in the Florida sun, your chances of prolonged ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure are high during this time of year. It’s important to

Cancer. Disease. Surgery. These are all words that may instill fear and unease when thinking about your skin and your health, especially after receiving a less than desirable diagnosis. But these words don’t have to be scary, and for many, through a specific type of procedure called Mohs surgery (also known as Mohs micrographic surgery,

Many people have wrong ideas about sunscreen and sun exposure because of things they’ve read online and on social media or heard from others. These misconceptions can lead to people not using sunscreen correctly or choosing not to use it at all, which puts them at great risk for skin damage and skin cancer. It’s