National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention

Take a look at how the efforts of M3 Jess Duong were recently recognized by @skincancerprev and led to #WMed becoming a @SkinSmartCampus bit.ly/3Z9FnE3

Protect yourself! Prevent #skincancer with a complete sun protection strategy that includes using #sunscreen, seeking shade and covering up with clothing, hats & sunglasses. More info: skincancer.org/prevention #sunprotection #sunsafety skincancer.org

Did you know? Mohs is an efficient, cost-effective treatment, done on an outpatient basis that usually only requires a single visit. The surgeon uses local anesthesia and an on-site lab. Learn more: skincancer.org/blog/mohs-surg… #Mohs #skincancer

History buffs, this one is for you: The origins of Mohs surgery. Read here: skincancer.org/treatment-reso… #Mohs #surgery #skincancer

Today, we kick off our month-long mucosal melanoma campaign, #OutOfTheShadows! In March, we will share resources, raise critical funds to support research advancements and share patient testimonials like that of Chris White, #MucosalMelanoma survivor - buff.ly/3GdN5EV

Physician-scientist focused on improving brain metastases treatment buff.ly/3KuCk4D

Reciprocal interactions between innate immune cells and astrocytes facilitate neuroinflammation and brain metastasis via lipocalin-2 buff.ly/3xJSfEO

Hillary Fogelson, author of “Pale Girl Speaks,” is a 3-time melanoma survivor. Today she is considered a “sunscreen guru” and shares her story, plus #melanoma news and stats here: bit.ly/3Kd4L6X #sunscreen #melanomaawareness

As is the unfortunate reality for many people with a history of significant sun exposure, this lifestyle came full circle for Matthew in 2018 when he was diagnosed with #melanoma. buff.ly/3SwJ18w

Students from @MUSC_COM's Dermatology Interest Group visit the mother-baby unit at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital & Pearl Tourville Women's Pavilion, bearing sun protection blankets & reminders of the dangers of sun exposure. @IMPACTMelanoma ow.ly/zLL150N3Ykz

We cant wait for the Melanoma Exchange Patient Forum on March 8! Will you be joining us? Learn more and register today at curemelanoma.org/forum!

Join us Monday, February 27th at 5:00pm ET for our #BlackHistoryMonth Instagram Live with Dr. Michelle Henry (@DrMichelleHenry) for a discussion about debunking myths on melanoma and people of color! Follow us at @CureMelanoma to hear from Dr. Henry!

Katonya Breaux, founder of @UnSunCosmetics shares an important message during #BlackHistoryMonth of debunking the myth that people of color don't need sunscreen. You can support by donating to help eradicate melanoma. Sun safety is important for all– buff.ly/3xjIb52

Registration extended! Sign up by Feb. 20 to join melanoma patients, caregivers and advocates from across the country on Mar. 5-7 to share your story with lawmakers on Capitol Hill. We need YOU to be the voice of the melanoma community. Register today! buff.ly/3E7eGr0

Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare, aggressive form of skin cancer with a high risk for returning (recurring) and spreading (metastasizing), often within two to three years after initial diagnosis. Learn more here: skincancer.org/skin-cancer-in… #SharetheFacts

Are you fumbling the ball on your daily sun protection? Read NFL coach Sean McDermott's tips for skin cancer prevention here: skincancer.org/blog/nfl-coach… #superbowl #sunprotection

We are pleased to announce a call for applications to our Dermatology Fellowship Award Program and share that there will be an increase in the award amount to $50,000, over one year. 🔬🔬🔬 #melanoma #dermatology #dermtwitter CureMelanoma.org/DermRFP

Since our inception in 2007, MRA has been laser-focused on advancing cutting-edge research needed to achieve our mission. With our singular vision, MRA stands as the largest private nonprofit funder of #melanoma research in the world. buff.ly/3jScz3o

Jill Biden has been an advocate for #cancerscreenings since 1993. Her recent brush with #skincancer serves as a reminder to all of us that screenings matter. More on the first lady's advocacy history and her recent diagnosis: bit.ly/3HbcKyn

The American Cancer Society estimates that 97,610 will be diagnosed and 7,990 people will die from melanoma in the United States in 2023. Read the latest stats: bit.ly/3JyLPQ6 #melanomaawareness #skincancerawareness