Skin Cancer

There are several different types of skin cancer. Cases of melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer, will make up around 62,190 of the over 1 million cases of skin cancer expected to be diagnosed in 2006. Most of the non-melanoma cases will be the result of sun exposure. Most skin cancer fatalities will be from Melanoma, about 7,910 of the anticipated 10,710 deaths. Learn about the different types of procedures available for the treatment of skin cancer.

Everyone should learn about skin cancer signs and symptoms, and have their doctor check their skin for unusual moles or marks during their yearly check ups. Check out Skin Cancer Basics and Skin Cancer Diagnosis for more information.

It's important to learn how to prevent skin cancer. There are simple things that you can do, such as avoiding the sun and wearing sunscreen when you do venture outdoors. Learn more about the causes of skin cancer.

If you're wondering if there are separate skin cancer risk factors for men and women, or if the disease runs a different course in women, you'll want to read Malignant Melanoma Skin Cancers in Women.

Remember that learning about skin care and skin cancer could save your life in the future.