November is National Healthy Skin Month. Our annual magazine, The Skin Cancer Foundation Journal is designed for people who care deeply about skin health. The goal is to empower you to take a proactive approach to daily sun protection and the early detection and treatment of skin cancer. The 2023 edition of our Journal has just won the prestigious Ozzie award for overall design of a nonprofit single issue magazine.  

After Melanoma, a New Beginning 

A melanoma survivor and advocate shares his story to inspire a feeling of community and support for skin cancer education, early detection and prevention. 

Men: What’s Under That Beard? 

It could be skin cancer, says Ali Hendi, MD, a dermatologist and skin cancer specialist in the Washington, DC, area. It’s the perfect time to talk about this facial hair aspect, since the Movember movement encourages men to skip shaving in November to raise awareness of health issues that can affect them. 

#ThisIsSkinCancer 

Skin cancer survivors and caregivers share, in their own powerful words, what it’s like to live with and beyond skin cancer. Their goal is to educate about the dangers of the disease and give hope to the newly diagnosed. 

Last Chance to share your #ThisIsSkinCancer video in 2023. 

Ask the Expert: What Is a Solar Callus? 

Should you listen to influencers who promote the notion of building a “solar callus” to produce vitamin D? Our expert says “No” and sets the record straight. 

More Than Moles: When Melanoma Doesn’t Look Like You Think It Should 

Sometimes identifying a potential skin cancer isn’t so straightforward. Skin cancer comes in many forms, and tumors don’t always display the most well-known characteristics of the disease. 

What We’re Grateful for at The Skin Cancer Foundation

As we rake leaves, dig out our pie recipes or make travel plans for Thanksgiving, it’s a good time to remember that feeling grateful is not just good for our mental health. Studies suggest it may also help improve heart health, lower blood pressure and reduce inflammation.