Category Archives: Melanoma



Do You Think You Know What Melanoma Looks Like?

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               Published: December 8, 2011

We all figure we’ll know if something on our skin looks different or weird.  Here are some tips for identifying skin changes that need attention.  Act early! http://www.medicinenet.com/melanoma/page2.htm#tocc

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True Story: I Have Melanoma

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               Published: November 3, 2011

“It was a cold day in November when I got the phone call from the dermatologist telling me my results were back and I needed to come into the office the same day.  As I put down the phone, I looked at my boyfriend and nervously laughed and said, “Well that can’t be good.”  Since [...]

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Helen’s Story

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               Published: October 6, 2011

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Sizzle Sizzle Burn

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               Published: August 30, 2011

By Francesca Arminio Sorry for this post, but I need to vent! I truly do not understand this fad to tan, why tanned skin is considered more attractive than light skin.  Whether you are tanning under the sun or in a salon you are literally cooking yourself.  There are so many people that purposely get [...]

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Dear 16 Year-old Me

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               Published: August 25, 2011
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Skindividuality!

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               Published: August 17, 2011

Safe sun practices aren’t just of interest in the USA, check out this Aussie contest put out by Sun Smart.  Be proud of your skindividuality and take good care of your skin! Click Here!

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