Skin cancer

The latest news and patient stories about skin cancer from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

Is sun damage reversible?

Sun damage can age our skin prematurely and increase our risk of developing skin cancer.

Kids running through the water at the beach

Why sun protection for kids is essential

Kids have skin that is thinner and more delicate than adults, so sun protection is a summertime must.

Shelley Federhart of San Diego with her dog

The importance of understanding your genetic risk for cancer

Knowing your family history and getting genetic testing is critical to making informed decisions about cancer treatment and understanding cancer risk.

Person using hand sanitizer stored in car

7 things you should never leave in a hot car

While it may seem convenient to store certain items in your car, high heat can make them unsafe or ineffective.

Safeguard your skin: The ultimate guide to sunscreen

From decoding SPF to treating sunburn, your skin’s defense starts here.

Spray or lotion sunscreen: What’s best?

Spray-on sunscreen is easy to apply and dries quickly.

Person looking at a cloudy sky over an ocean

Yes, you still need sunscreen on cloudy days

Don’t let gloomy skies fool you. Protect your skin by wearing sunscreen because you can still get sunburned.

6 tips to prevent sunburn

Just five sunburns in a lifetime can double the risk of developing skin cancer.

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