KYBELLA™ is a non-human and non-animal formulation of deoxycholic acid, a naturally-occurring molecule in the body that aids in the breakdown and absorption of dietary fat. When injected into subcutaneous fat under the chin, KYBELLA™ causes the destruction of fat …
Immunosuppression & Transplants
HIV, several diseases, and certain medicines used in treating organ transplants and other conditions all have something in common: they can weaken the immune system, leading to skin cancers.
The Trouble with Transplants
Organ transplant patients are particularly at risk. …
Saving Face an article by David G. Brodland, MD
Get The Skinny On Mohs Micrographic Surgery for Skin Cancer
by David G. Brodland, MD
More than two million Americans will be diagnosed with skin cancer this year, and about one in five will develop a skin cancer in their …
According To The Skin Cancer Foundation Even Normal Moles Mean Risk
Having moles on your body — even those found to be normal — can more than quadruple your risk of developing melanoma, according to a recent study presented at the 2014 World Congress on Cancers of the Skin in Edinburgh, …
The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Prevent Skin Cancer
The Skin Cancer Foundation’s Official Statement:
The Skin Cancer Foundation enthusiastically applauds the office of the US Surgeon General for taking this major step in skin cancer prevention. The Foundation is especially heartened by the objectives to reach young people …
Cooper First in Region to Offer Neotensil
Cooper is the first in the region to offer a new cosmetic solution for those baggy eyes. It has been described as Spanx® for the eyes! Neotensil is available through a consultation with Dr. Naomi Lawrence. After your first application …
PREVENTION GUIDELINES
Since its inception in 1979, The Skin Cancer Foundation has always recommended using a sunscreen with an SPF 15 or higher as one important part of a complete sun protection regimen. Sunscreen alone is not enough, however. Read our full …
WHAT IS SKIN CANCER?
Skin cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal skin cells. It occurs when unrepaired DNA damage to skin cells (most often caused by ultraviolet radiation from sunshine or tanning beds) triggers mutations, or genetic defects, that lead the skin cells …
A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
A Message From The President – Fall 2013
As the end of summer vacation nears and most of us return to our regular daily routines, it’s easy to think that the need for sun protection is coming to an end …
