March Newsletter

Vol. 3 | March 2025

This month, we’re shining a spotlight on just about everything you need to know about Mohs surgery to treat basal cell carcinomas (BCCs),  squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs) and certain melanomas.

Also known as Mohs micrographic surgery, the procedure is considered the most effective for removing nonmelanoma skin cancers, with cure rates up to 99 percent.

Mohs may be recommended by doctors for treating skin cancers in cosmetically challenging locations, such as the head, face and neck, as well as other areas of the body.

To follow the Mohs conversation all month long, be sure to connect with us on social media!

Mohs Content Roundup:

What Is Mohs Surgery?
What Happens During Mohs Surgery?
Mohs Surgery: 5 Things to Know Before You Go.
Newly Diagnosed? What You Need to Know About Mohs.
What is the History of Mohs Surgery?
Even More Facts About Mohs.

Celebrating the Women of The Skin Cancer Foundation

March is Women’s History Month, the perfect time for The Skin Cancer Foundation’s female physician members to share their insights as women in dermatology, and the world of medicine.

Melanoma Almost Killed Me: My Grueling 8-Year Battle

Katie was diagnosed with melanoma at age 26 and fought a grueling 8-year battle with the disease. She shares her story of survival to urge everyone to check their skin regularly and to see a dermatologist if something doesn’t look or feel right. Skin cancer can be deadly, and early detection can save your life.

Celebrities and Skin Cancer – They’re Just Like Us

Celebrities like Hugh Jackman, Kevin Jonas and Christie Brinkley have fought nonmelanoma skin cancer, while Teddi Mellencamp and Khloe Kardashian have faced battles with melanoma. Others including Bob Marley and Jimmy Buffett have passed away because of skin cancer.

More Than Moles: When Melanoma Doesn’t Look Like You Think It Should

Sometimes identifying a potential skin cancer isn’t so straightforward. Skin cancer comes in many forms, and tumors don’t always display the most well-known characteristics of the disease.

Against the Wind

You do your best to protect your skin from the sun. But did you know Mother Nature ups the ante on windy days? Our experts share some breezy protection advice.

For many young women, spring means memorable events like prom and spring break. It may be tempting to achieve a bronzed, “sun-kissed” look for such occasions; studies show women are more likely to use indoor tanning devices than men. The Skin Cancer Foundation cautions against any type of tanning, in or outdoors. Read more about the dangers of tanning.

We are in the final stretch of our Save Destination Healthy Skin campaign to purchase a new RV! We have raised $419,962 of our $500,000 fundraising goal.

The next 19 days are crucial. We are so close, and with your help, we can reach our Save Destination Healthy Skin goal and keep this lifesaving program on the road for years to come.

#LoveYourSkin is our public awareness campaign focused on education, early detection and sun protection for skin of color.

Skin cancer is often diagnosed later in people of color, when it is more challenging to treat.⁠ Together, we can help one another by raising awareness and sharing the facts. Because loving your skin means protecting your skin.

It’s easy to get involved:

• Follow us and the hashtag #LoveYourSkinProtectYourSkin on social media
• Share facts and graphics to help spread the word
• Read and share our blog posts about skin cancer in people of color
• Use the hashtag #LoveYourSkinProtectYourSkin and tag us @SkinCancerOrg so we can amplify the message

Stay tuned for more ways to get involved!

Join our community of monthly donors and become a member of the Skin Protection Fund (SPF). Your recurring gift will steadily support the lifesaving programs of the Foundation and help us educate the public and the medical community about skin cancer, its prevention by means of sun protection, the need for early detection and prompt, effective treatment. Learn more and donate here.

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