Backlash to the animal testing required for FDA approval of sunscreen in the U.S. has grown, especially as viable alternatives have emerged. Many, from animal rights activists to members of Congress, are hopeful as the FDA commits to reducing animal testing.
For a product that has been proven to help prevent skin cancer, sunscreen in the U.S. has had a rough journey lately, from a tidal wave of misinformation to regulatory reroutes and delays. Here, helpful advice — and good news: the FDA approval of the first new sunscreen active ingredient in more than 25 years!
Fans of Sean McDermott, former coach of the Buffalo Bills, wouldn’t let him stay sidelined for long. They showed their support with a fundraising drive for The Skin Cancer Foundation in his honor. A big win in the fight against skin cancer.
As skin cancer rates continue to rise, our physician members are working with us to address an alarming surge in misinformation online.
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, the perfect opportunity to share the truth about the dangers of skin cancer and the importance of early detection and prevention. We hope you’ll join us!
The goal of treating melanoma with Mohs surgery is the same as with nonmelanoma skin cancers: to examine 100 percent of the surgical margin and preserve as much healthy tissue as possible. With Mohs surgery, for both melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancers, the surgeon and patient can be confident that the skin cancer is fully removed on the same day, before the wound is repaired.
April is Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month, and we want to remind you: Skin cancer is preventable, and when detected and treated early, highly curable. Prevention and early detection for better skin health is something we can all get behind!
If you’ve been treated for skin cancer, or know someone who has, you may already be familiar with Mohs surgery for basal cell carcinomas (BCCs), squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs) and certain melanomas.
In 2025, The Skin Cancer Foundation expanded programs, updated standards and worked tirelessly to educate the public about skin cancer and the importance of sun protection and early detection.
While skin cancer rates steadily rise, skin cancer myths and misinformation are running rampant online, including unsafe tanning trends, untrue sunscreen claims and dangerous skin health misconceptions.
