Skin

Skin cancer is by far the most common type of cancer. If you have skin cancer, it is important to know which type you have because it affects your treatment options and your outlook (prognosis). If you aren’t sure which type of skin cancer you have, ask your doctor so you can get the right information.

Get the facts on skin cancer symptoms, signs, treatment, and types (basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma). Learn how to tell the difference between a benign mold and a potential skin cancer. Read about skin cancer prevention and screening.

Learn more about Types of skin cancer at aad.org

Information about skin cancer treatment, prevention, causes, screening, clinical trials, research, and other topics from the National Cancer Institute.

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer. Find skin cancer information and treatment options and how you can prevent the disease.

Try ABCDE on a mole to check for signs of skin cancer: Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Elevation. Learn more on advanced detection and treatments.

Find information on skin cancer symptoms. Although symptoms can vary, new or unusual growths, or changes in existing moles, may be signs of skin cancer.

Skin cancer - Comprehensive overview covers prevention and treatment and includes skin cancer pictures.

Skin cancers are cancers that arise from the skin. They are due to the development of abnormal cells that have the ability to invade or spread to other parts of the body.

Learn about statistics, symptoms and signs, diagnosis, stages, treatment options, clinical trials, research, and more in this Cancer.Net Guide to Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer.

Founded in 1929, the Canadian Dermatology Association represents Canadian dermatologists. The association exists to advance the science and art of medicine and surgery related to the care of the skin; provide continuing medical education for its members; support and advance patient care; offer public education on sun protection and other aspects of skin care; and promote a lifetime of healthy skin, hair and nails.

Learn more about the basics of skin cancer including the symptoms, diagnosis & treatment options offered at MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Non melanoma skin cancer includes basal cell skin cancer, squamous cell skin cancers and other rare types. They tend to develop most often on skin that's exposed to the sun.

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. To lower your risk, protect your skin from the sun and avoid indoor tanning.

The leading skin cancer prevention and information organization. Physician-approved medical information on symptoms and treatments, as well as photos.

The National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention is the respected voice and trusted source for the nation's skin cancer prevention community since 1998. Today, we stand as a united voice to prevent skin cancer through educatioin, advocacy, and raising awareness.

The World Skin Cancer Foundation (WSCF) is a not-for-profit group that was founded in 2005 in Cocoa Beach, Florida to educate the public regarding the cause of the majority of skin cancer cases: unprotected sun exposure.

Skin cancer is the most common cancer diagnosis, and it’s the most preventable cancer. Most skin cancer is caused by damage from the sun’s ultraviolet radiation (UV rays). This year, an estimated 8…

Sun protective clothing and sun hats recommended for UV protection by the Skin Cancer Foundation are available at Coolibar.com.

Read our full list of skin cancer prevention tips and share them with your friends and family.

Get the facts on skin cancer from The Skin Cancer Foundation.

The British Skin Foundation