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Skin Cancer Prevention Tips

It’s finally summer, which means emerging from the indoor cocoon and embracing the warm weather outside. People are walking, hiking, swimming, and going on trips. But all of the quintessential summer activities involve sun exposure, and with skin cancer diagnoses on...

Insect Bite? Know When to see a Dermatologist

As temperatures rise, not only are we spending more time outdoors, but we’re spending more time exposed to biting insects. Some bites are fairly harmless, while others can be pretty dangerous. How do you know when to see a dermatologist if a bite is harmful?...

Sunscreen Tips for Summer

Sun protection is crucial in prevention of skin cancer and aging changes. Use sunscreen daily with SPF 15 or more and UVA blockers (it will say on the bottle whether it is a UVA blocker, most are).  For recreational or work exposure in bright sun use SPF 30.  Apply 1x...