Skin Cancer Awareness Month, observed every May, is a pivotal time dedicated to educating the public about the dangers of skin cancer, promoting prevention strategies, and encouraging early detection. This year, the theme #SkinCancerIsPersonal underlines the personal impact of skin cancer, emphasizing the emotional, physical, and financial toll it can take on individuals and their
According to The Skin Cancer Foundation one in five Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70. In support of May’s Skin Cancer Awareness Month, Skin Cancer & Dermatology Institute dermatologists sit down with us to talk about America’s most common cancer. Q: What is skin cancer? A: Skin cancer occurs when normal
The recent loss of Jimmy Buffett has placed a spotlight on rare skin cancers that most of us are unaware of. The famous “Margaritaville” singer passed away from a very aggressive form of skin cancer called Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC). Dr. J. Hibler, a Board-Certified Dermatologist from Skin Cancer & Dermatology Institute, walks us through some of
Living in Northern Nevada offers a lot of great opportunities to outdoor enthusiasts, as well as art lovers, festival goers, foodies, and music fans. All these outdoor opportunities make our community special, but when it comes to the health of our skin, this time spent outdoors requires that we be aware of the dangers of
Safeguard against skin cancer with guidance from the Skin Cancer & Dermatology Institute...
It is the time of year when the weather is turning a little warmer, nature is blooming once again, our children are spending more time outside playing, taking advantage of sports, and perhaps starting to plan the next vacation with the family. As always, we want to make sure that our children are safe and
Among the many reasons to love living in the Reno and Northern Nevada area are the year-round sunny skies and a wide array of world-class outdoor recreation opportunities available just minutes away from home....
Men’s Health Month is June Summer is here, and for many of us in the Northern Nevada area, it means participating in a variety of great outdoor activities. Whether you will be hiking, biking, or headed to the beach, you will be enjoying the fun in the sun after our long winter. June is Men’s