Rock and Roll Saved My Soul

With over 5 million cases diagnosed in the United States each year, skin cancer is America’s most common cancer. Fortunately, skin cancer is also one of the most preventable forms of cancer. About 90 percent of nonmelanoma skin cancers and 85 percent of melanoma cases are associated with exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun. By sharing facts about the dangers of unprotected exposure and encouraging people to check their skin for warning signs, we can and will save lives. We can’t do this work alone. In 2020, Skin Cancer Awareness Month takes place amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Even though many of us are separated, we can still unite against skin cancer, share the facts and help save lives. You Can Help #SharetheFacts YOU are the most important part of Skin Cancer Awareness month! We’ve put together a 2020 toolkit with downloadable images to make it easy for you to post on social media. You can also share skin cancer facts, prevention guidelines and early detection content. Than...

During Skin Cancer Awareness Month, the American Academy of Dermatology is recognizing Skin Cancer Heroes — patients and survivors, the friends and loved ones who have helped and supported them, and the board-certified dermatologists who have detected and treated their skin cancer. The AAD also encourages everyone to be their own Skin Cancer Hero by taking steps to prevent skin cancer and detect it early, when it’s most treatable. Info from:  https://www.aad.org/public/spot-skin-cancer/programs/skin-cancer-awareness-month What is bladder cancer? Cancer occurs when cells in the bladder start to grow out of control. Most tumors develop on the inner layer of the bladder. Some can grow into the deeper bladder layers. As cancer grows through these layers into the wall, it becomes harder to treat. The lining, where tumors initiate, is also found in the inner layers of the kidneys, ureters, and urethra. So, similar cancers can occur in these areas, though...

Life with Skin Cancer  by Lori McBroom  Tuesday, August 29th, 2018 - Got a biopsy on my nose. Had to wait a few weeks to hear back from my dermatologist. Got a phone call telling me I had skin cancer or mohs. Had to make an appointment to get it removed. Wednesday, October 3rd, 2018 - Went to another dermatologist to go through two rounds of scrapes to remove it from my nose.   Thursday, October 11th, 2018 - Need a skin graft to cover the hole by my nose. Got six stitches on my face. I couldn't go to work the next day because I was on antibiotics for the skin graft.  Wednesday, October 24th, 2018 - Got my stitches removed from my face and no longer have to wear a huge band-aid on my face!  Wednesday, November 14th, 2018 - Got a pouch removed from the skin graft. Just had to wear a normal band-aid. I am real glad this was caught early. I also couldn't sleep very well during this time due to the band-aids over my nose.  ...