32.5% Decrease in Basal Cell Carcinoma Surgeries Reported Due to COVID-19 Pandemic

Image Credit: © ArboursAbroad.com – stock.adobe.com A new study has analyzed how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted basal cell carcinoma (BCC) surgery frequency and complexity.1 It was found that the BCC surgeries have decreased by 32.5% and are being performed on older patients with more comorbidities but the difficulty of the procedures has not changed. … Read more

Examining skin cancer risk perceptions and reported sunburns among U.S. adults

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States and a significant health issue, with millions of non-melanoma cases and tens of thousands of melanomas diagnosed annually. Furthermore, treating skin cancer costs the U.S. approximately $8.9 billion annually. Those with fair skin, a history of sun exposure or tanning bed use, and a … Read more

Early Signs of Skin Cancer: Moles, Itchy Skin, Wounds, and Color Changes

Archyde Skin cancer is a silent threat that often ⁢goes unnoticed untill it’s too late. It’s a disease that can penetrate deep into the skin layers without obvious symptoms, making early detection crucial for effective treatment. Dr. Emily alfonsi, a renowned ⁤skin cancer specialist from Shade Skin Clinic, stresses the importance of paying⁤ attention to … Read more