The page includes information on who gets AKs, what causes AKs, where AKs are usually found, how to prevent AKs, where someone can get more information about AKs and skin cancer, and more.
Review Date: March 28, 2012
American Academy of Dermatology
Although dark skin does not burn in the sun as easily as fair skin, everyone is at risk for skin cancer. Learn how to protect yourself.
Review Date: June 17, 2011
NIH National Cancer Institute
This page provides instructions for a skin self-exam. If you notice a mole that is different from others, or that changes, itches or bleeds (even if it is small), you should see a dermatologist immediately.
Review Date: March 13, 2013
American Academy of Dermatology
If the color, size, shape, or height of a mole changes or if it starts to itch, bleed, or ooze, people should tell their doctor. People should also tell their doctor if they see a new mole that doesn’t look like their other moles. View photos of common moles, dysplastic nevi, and melanomas.
Review Date: January 31, 2012
NIH National Cancer Institute
Choose healthy sun safe behaviors, including skin cancer prevention. Find a free skin cancer screening in your area. This site also offers a locator service for finding dermatologic surgeons.
Review Date: February 13, 2013
American Society For Dermatologic Surgery
This article provides a quick overview of the major health problems linked to overexposure to UV radiation. Understanding these risks and taking a few sensible precautions will help you enjoy the sun while lowering your chances of sun-related health problems.
Review Date: January 11, 2013
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Deliberate tanning, either indoors or out, increases your risk of melanoma and nonmelanoma skin cancer. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) offers this consumer alert noting myths and truths about indoor tanning.
Review Date: February 13, 2013
Federal Trade Commission
This site provides information about the causes, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers. Also available are two short videos on protecting yourself from skin cancer.
Review Date: January 31, 2012
NIH National Library of Medicine - NLM
Skin cancer is the uncontrollable growth of abnormal cells in a layer of the skin. It affects one out of every seven Americans each year, making it the most prevalent form of cancer. However, the majority of all skin cancers can be cured if detected and treated in time.
Review Date: March 11, 2013
American Society For Dermatologic Surgery
Search the Skin Cancer Foundation database for a dermatologist near you.
Review Date: February 19, 2013
Skin Cancer Foundation
Use this tool to find out if any of the known risk factors for skin cancer apply to you and how to lower your risk.
Review Date: June 13, 2011
NIH National Cancer Institute
Skin self-examination can alert you to changes in your skin and aid in the early detection of skin cancer. Learn how to do it and what to look for.
Review Date: March 13, 2013
Skin Cancer Foundation
This site provides skin cancer information resource, including prevention, diagnosis/treatment, skin examinations, risk, and more.
Review Date: March 21, 2013
American Academy of Dermatology
The sun, our primary source of vitamin D, helps us absorb calcium for stronger bones. But it doesn't take much time in the sun for most people to get the vitamin D they need. Repeated, unprotected exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays can cause skin damage, eye damage, immune system suppression, and skin cancer.
Review Date: January 29, 2013
The Nemours Foundation
Are tanning beds safer than natural sunlight? There's no such thing as a safe tan. Both sunlight and tanning beds increase the risk of skin cancer and premature skin aging.
Review Date: February 11, 2013
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
This booklet discusses melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer. Learn about risks and prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, followup care and where patients can find support to help cope with melanoma.
Review Date: March 27, 2013
NIH National Cancer Institute
Learn how to do skin self-exams on a regular basis to check for skin cancers and other abnormalities.
Review Date: January 31, 2012
NIH National Cancer Institute
Learn about basal cell cancer and squamous cell cancer, sometimes called nonmelanoma skin cancer, and what you can do to prevent these types of cancer. Find information about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment, and how to do a skin self-exam.
Review Date: February 12, 2013
NIH National Cancer Institute
The American Academy of Dermatology partners with dermatologists across the United States to offer free skin cancer screenings. Find one near you.
Review Date: September 20, 2011
American Academy of Dermatology
