Benign moles have the potential to develop into a type of skin cancer called melanoma. Moles are benign tumors formed from melanocytes (cells in the skin that make the pigment melanin). Moles come in ...

Skin cancer is the No. 1 most common type of cancer in the U.S. That's one of the reasons that May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Many Americans are unaware of their risk for skin cancers, ...

I have been writing this column on a weekly basis since 1976, and I am frequently asked how I keep coming up with new ideas to write about. Two avenues serve me well. First, I get a lot of emails from ...

Having a mole on your body is rarely alarming. With age, moles may grow larger, but this is usually not a cause for concern. However, certain moles, especially those that look unusual or have distinct ...

Skin cancers may appear differently, depending on the type. Melanoma can look like a mole with an irregular shape and color. Non-melanoma skin cancers may appear as discolored patches or lumps on the ...

Fun in the sun is part of what makes the great outdoors so enjoyable. Though everyone can safely enjoy such recreation, it’s important that people exercise caution when spending ample time in the sun.

A nurse who checks moles for skin cancer recommends people follow the 'ugly duckling' rule. A mole that stands out, or the 'ugly duckling,' should be checked out by a doctor, Laura Harker told The Sun ...

(WXYZ) — May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know that skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States? It sure is. So, it's important to ...

Hint: It often shows up where the sun doesn’t shine. A guide to self-checking Black skin. By Brian Vines Maya Angelou has ...

SEATTLE (KOMO) — Early detection often equals better outcomes when it comes to cancer. A newPrevent Cancer Foundation survey found many adults are not getting checked for skin cancer on a regular ...