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Melanoma Almost Killed Me: My Grueling 8-Year Battle
Katie was diagnosed with melanoma at age 26 and fought a grueling 8-year battle with the disease. She shares her story of survival to urge everyone to check their skin regularly and to see a dermatologist if something doesn’t look or feel right. Skin cancer can be deadly, and early detection can save your life. |
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Celebrities and Skin Cancer – They’re Just Like Us
Celebrities like Hugh Jackman, Kevin Jonas and Christie Brinkley have fought nonmelanoma skin cancer, while Teddi Mellencamp and Khloe Kardashian have faced battles with melanoma. Others including Bob Marley and Jimmy Buffett have passed away because of skin cancer. |
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Against the Wind
You do your best to protect your skin from the sun. But did you know Mother Nature ups the ante on windy days? Our experts share some breezy protection advice. |
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PSA: As Spring Approaches, Spray Don’t Bake. |
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For many young women, spring means memorable events like prom and spring break. It may be tempting to achieve a bronzed, “sun-kissed” look for such occasions; studies show women are more likely to use indoor tanning devices than men. The Skin Cancer Foundation cautions against any type of tanning, in or outdoors. Read more about the dangers of tanning. |
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Save Destination Healthy Skin:
Help Us Reach Our Goal by March 31 |
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We are in the final stretch of our Save Destination Healthy Skin campaign to purchase a new RV! We have raised $419,962 of our $500,000 fundraising goal.
The next 19 days are crucial. We are so close, and with your help, we can reach our Save Destination Healthy Skin goal and keep this lifesaving program on the road for years to come. |
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Join the #LoveYourSkin Campaign |
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We’ve launched #LoveYourSkin, a public awareness campaign focused on education, early detection and sun protection for skin of color.
It’s easy to get involved:
- Follow us and the hashtag #LoveYourSkinProtectYourSkin on social media
- Share facts and graphics to help spread the word
- Read and share our blog posts about skin cancer in people of color
- Share your story: Submit your story online. We may share it on our blog to raise awareness.
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Monthly Giving: Join Our Skin Protection Fund |
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Join our community of monthly donors and become a member of the Skin Protection Fund (SPF). Your recurring gift will steadily support the lifesaving programs of the Foundation and help us educate the public and the medical community about skin cancer, its prevention by means of sun protection, the need for early detection and prompt, effective treatment. Learn more and donate here. |
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