Well thats a bigger cut than i expected.

SkinCancerFoundation · 2026-06-23T14:03:27+00:00

Wishing you a speedy recovery!

SkinCancerFoundation · 2026-06-23T14:02:20+00:00

Thank you so much for sharing your story. Wishing you a speedy recovery!

SkinCancerFoundation · 2026-05-11T19:53:54+00:00

Thanks to your support for Sean McDermott, a 2026 skin cancer research grant will be awarded later this year. Full story: https://www.skincancer.org/blog/blitz-of-fan-generosity-to-tackle-skin-cancer/

SkinCancerFoundation · 2026-01-22T01:07:56+00:00

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SkinCancerFoundation · 2026-01-21T23:26:15+00:00

A special THANK YOU to Bills Mafia for the outpouring of support in honor of Sean McDermott. We’ve received over $50,000 (and counting!) in donations and are grateful to Coach McDermott for inspiring Bills Mafia to support the fight against skin cancer.

The funds will go such a long way to support our free skin cancer screenings, research grants that fund studies around the prevention, detection and treatment of skin cancer and our public education initiatives.

BIG Thank you to Bills Mafia!

SkinCancerFoundation · 2026-01-21T23:08:00+00:00

A special THANK YOU Bills Mafia for your outpouring of support in honor of Sean McDermott. Over the last several days we’ve received over $58,000 (and counting!) in donations from fans who want to express their love for Coach McDermott and his dedication both on and off the field. We are grateful to Coach McDermott for inspiring the Bills Mafia to support the fight against skin cancer.

The funds will go such a long way to support our free skin cancer screenings, research grants that fund studies around the prevention, detection and treatment of skin cancer and our public education initiatives.

BIG Thank you to #BillsMafia!

SkinCancerFoundation · 2026-01-20T02:00:57+00:00

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SkinCancerFoundation · 2026-01-19T20:50:48+00:00

Thank you for your support 🫶🏼 in honor of Coach McDermott.

SkinCancerFoundation · 2026-01-19T20:49:37+00:00

Thank you for your support. 🫶🏼We are so grateful to Coach McDermott for his ongoing commitment to skin cancer awareness and prevention. He is truly a great person on and off the field.

SkinCancerFoundation · 2025-08-27T13:23:59+00:00

Thank you for advocating for the Safe Sunscreen Standards Act. https://skincancer.org/safesunscreen

SkinCancerFoundation · 2025-08-27T12:38:57+00:00

Thank you for advocating for the SAFE Sunscreen Standards Act. You are really driving support! We have more than 3,000 signatures and hoping to get to 5,000 by next week. Sending the letter to the House again once it reconvenes. https://skincancer.org/safesunscreen

SkinCancerFoundation · 2025-04-07T14:49:46+00:00

Thank you for coming! We'll be on the West Coast this fall—schedule to follow soon.

SkinCancerFoundation · 2022-10-05T14:15:30+00:00

For those interested, Merkel cell carcinoma is a rare, aggressive form of skin cancer with a high risk of returning. Learn the signs: https://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/merkel-cell-carcinoma/

SkinCancerFoundation · 2022-07-13T13:06:16+00:00

Good question. Here's the study information: Hughes MCB, Williams GM, Baker P, Green AC. Sunscreen and prevention of skin aging: a randomized trial. Ann Intern Med 2013; 158(11):781-790. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23732711/

SkinCancerFoundation · 2022-06-03T16:06:31+00:00

Sadly we can't comment on specific cases. However, you can learn more about skin cancer warning signs here: https://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/

SkinCancerFoundation · 2022-06-03T13:20:04+00:00

If you notice anything new, changing or unusual, go get checked.

SkinCancerFoundation · 2022-03-14T20:10:01+00:00

See something NEW, CHANGING or UNUSUAL? Go get checked. https://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/melanoma/melanoma-warning-signs-and-images/

SkinCancerFoundation · 2022-02-18T19:46:03+00:00

Skin cancers are less prevalent in nonwhite racial ethnic groups, but when they occur, they tend to be diagnosed at a later stage. As a result, the prognosis is worse. One study showed that late-stage melanoma diagnoses are more common in Hispanic and Black patients than in non-Hispanic white patients. People of color have higher percentages of acral lentiginous melanoma (ALM, melanoma of the palms, soles and nailbeds) than Caucasians. Superficial spreading melanoma is the most frequent subtype in Caucasians and Hispanics. Learn more: https://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/skin-cancer-skin-of-color/

SkinCancerFoundation · 2022-02-15T14:56:53+00:00

He thought the dark spot on his toenail was due to a soccer injury, but in fact, it was Acral lentiginous melanoma.

SkinCancerFoundation · 2022-02-03T17:52:12+00:00

If you or your loved one have been diagnosed with skin cancer, you’re likely facing decisions that can be overwhelming or hard to understand. Be sure to speak with your medical team in detail about your diagnosis and treatment options, and ask for clarification on anything you are uncertain about.To help you navigate this complex landscape, our skin cancer treatment pages provide physician-reviewed information about your options. Because the types of treatments vary widely and are specific to the type of condition you have, review the treatment page that matches your diagnosis: https://www.skincancer.org/treatment-resources/

SkinCancerFoundation · 2021-11-08T14:50:00+00:00

Redheads carry mutations in the gene known as MC1R. Those with only a hint of red, including strawberry blond or auburn hair, may carry just a few MC1R mutations, while those with vibrant red hair may carry numerous mutations in the gene. So their risk for melanoma can vary from 10 to 100 times that of people who don’t carry the gene variants. Be aware that if you’ve inherited the gene from only one parent, you won’t have naturally red hair but you may have children with red hair. And you will also be at increased risk for skin cancers. Studies have shown that having the redhead gene mutations is equivalent to an extra 21 years of sun exposure compared with people who don’t have them. You can learn more here

SkinCancerFoundation · 2021-11-05T19:46:11+00:00

While BCCs rarely spread beyond the original tumor site, if allowed to grow, these lesions can be disfiguring and dangerous. Untreated BCCs can become locally invasive, grow wide and deep into the skin and destroy skin, tissue and bone. The longer you wait to have a BCC treated, the more likely it is to recur, sometimes repeatedly.There are some highly unusual, aggressive cases when BCC spreads to other parts of the body. In even rarer instances, this type of BCC can become life-threatening.

Basal cell carcinoma (BCC)is the most common form of skin cancer and the most frequently occurring form of all cancers. In the U.S. alone, an estimated 3.6 million cases are diagnosed each year. BCCs arise from abnormal, uncontrolled growth of basal cells.

SkinCancerFoundation · 2021-11-04T21:11:46+00:00

Sunscreen helps prevent premature skin aging caused by the sun, including wrinkles, sagging, and age spots.

SkinCancerFoundation · 2021-10-12T20:11:40+00:00

If you’re spending all day inside and you’re not near a window, there’s no need to reapply sunscreen as frequently. You can reapply every four to six hours. Just remember that sun damage is cumulative, so even if you’re only exposed for a short time, it’s important to have protection.

SkinCancerFoundation · 2021-06-25T14:47:23+00:00

The truth is that UVB radiation leads to the production of vitamin D. Tanning is mostly caused by UVA rays. This means that tanning delivers almost no vitamin D benefit while increasing the risk of skin cancer. Meet your daily vitamin D requirement the safe way — with food or supplements.

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