The Most Common Skin Cancer 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. Because BCCs grow slowly, most are curable […]
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Basal Cell Carcinoma Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common form of skin cancer, with approximately 3.6 million cases diagnosed in the U.S. every year. This kind of tumor arises from (no surprises) the skin’s basal cells. These cells line the deepest layer of the epidermis, the outermost layer of the skin. BCCs are
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Your Daily Sun Protection Guide The sun sustains life and feels good, but it can be your skin’s worst enemy. While every sunburn can increase your risk of skin cancer, it’s not just those big days at the beach or ballgame that cause trouble. Each time you run out to get the mail, walk the
Solar keratoses are skin damage caused by long term sun exposure, affecting 40-50% of white Australians. If untreated, they can develop into skin cancer. Solar keratoses are a form of pre-cancerous sun-damaged skin. They affect approximately half of white Australians over the age of 40. (Chia 2007) What are solar keratoses? Solar keratoses usually appear
