Self-examination behavior varied markedly: roughly 20% reported none in the prior year, while about one-third examined weekly or monthly despite >90% rating checks as important. Nearly half of trial ...

Your skin is your largest organ, but it doesn’t get the attention it deserves—especially when it comes to skin checks for cancer. That should change, says Dr. Susan Massick, associate professor of ...

It’s summer and time to enjoy the sunshine. But it’s also important to do so safely. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States—and it’s most commonly caused by sun exposure.

Experts recommend checking skin, breasts, and testicles regularly for lumps or growths. Finding cancer early can improve treatment and outcomes. In addition to getting routine screenings recommended ...