Since its founding in 1979, The Skin Cancer Foundation has set the standard for educating the public and the medical profession about skin cancer, its prevention by means of sun protection, the need for early detection, and prompt, effective treatment. It is the only international organization devoted solely to combating the world's most common cancer, now occurring at epidemic levels.
Hi, Stephanie. i had a basal cell in my ear. It was removed about 8 years ago. 2 weeks ago that spot started crusting over and bleeding..... I am definitely making an appointment on Monday. Even basal cell cancer is not to be messed with for sure.
I had a basal cell carcinoma 3 years ago on my nose. September 17 i Got a biopsy on spot on my nose next to first one. It's basal cell carcinoma again. Gotta go back and have them buff it out. 😔👃👃
😮😮😮😮 Jerry Penacoli was once a prominent evening news anchor for NBC's Philadelphia affiliate during the late 1980s, known for his commanding on-air presence and polished delivery. However, a bizarre incident one fateful night would end up derailing his local news career in a salacious and scandalous fashion. According to reports, Penacoli was unexpectedly rushed to the emergency room, where doctors were forced to surgically remove a live gerbil from deep within his lower gastrointestinal tract. The unsavory details surrounding how such an unorthodox creature ended up in that rather compromising location could only be the result of some sort of reckless, deviant sexual act on Penacoli's part. The public humiliation and damage to his reputation proved to be too much for the once-respected newsman to overcome. Shortly after the incident became public knowledge, Penacoli abruptly resigned from his position at the NBC affiliate, no doubt hoping to escape the incessant media scrutiny and mocking ridicule. He would soon resurface, however, taking a job at a national entertainment news program, where his past indiscretions could perhaps be more easily buried and forgotten. Though the gerbil-related debacle threatened to permanently stain Penacoli's career, the veteran broadcaster was seemingly given a chance to rebound and rebuild his public image on the glossier, less serious stage of celebrity journalism. Whether he was ever able to fully recover from the humiliation and reclaim his once-solid reputation remains an enduring question surrounding this bizarre episode in local news history.
Thank you, Becky Kamowitz, and everyone at The Skin Cancer Foundation, for this powerful and informative video. As a melanoma survivor who has beaten it four times, I deeply appreciate the life-saving work of the Destination Healthy Skin program. Hearing Katie Ostrovsky’s story was incredibly moving and reinforces just how crucial this program is. I’m proud to support this initiative and contribute to keeping the RV on the road. Thank you for all that you do!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your powerful story. We're incredibly inspired by your resilience as a melanoma survivor and are honored to have your support for the Destination Healthy Skin program.
Tan skin is the equivalent of about SPF 4 or 5, meaning only 1/4th or 1/5th of the sun gets through. This is why it's harder to burn after you build up a tan. (And why naturally darker skinned people take longer to burn.) Obviously. Is the trade off worth it? That's a better question but this scaremongering is the equivalent of telling people they'll go crazy from a single joint or something. Totally puritanical.
Had so much fun that day! Helping others see the importance of skin checks and gaining the knowledge they need to continue with it in their lives!! Enjoyed working with this AZ team at DHS RV
I understand, Ron. I get checked every 6 months. I am 59, have many spots of it and a couple surgeries of deeper cancer. I also have many scars and just had another spot removed. They do keep popping up…
I'm so sorry for you Duty Ron. But when should you go to a dermatologist? I'm terrified that I will get it someday. Already had a suspected basal cell carcinoma frozen off. And I have a spot on my nose that breaks open and bleeds then heals and then forms again. Being a ginger I know I'm at high risk. I burn so easily even with sunscreen on that I just mostly avoid going outside in the summer.
Thank you for the reminder! My dad battled skin cancer. Every little spot I find I'm always making Dr appointment just to be on the safe side. Thamk you again for your service and prayers for staying healthy.
Unfortunately by the time us boomers got this information it was too late. The damage was done in our younger ages when we all played outside for hours and in Oklahoma we took 9 mile canoe trips( used some sunscreen but didn’t reapply after our canoe was flipped or we jumped off a bridge( it’s illegal now😏)and went swimming. I do have yearly skin checks and have caught a few basal cell cancers early. I do hope your message reaches some teens , but at that age we all thought we were invincible right😟. Wishing you better check ups in your future 🙂 2:23
I'm also a survivor of squamous cell and basal cell carcinoma, and now I think I have another lesion... so you're right. You need to see a dermatologist. Don't put it off. Some of these cancers grow really fast, especially squamous cells, and it can get into your blood, and it can actually kill you. Thank you for sharing your story. Skin Cancer Awareness Month is held annually in May. The campaign aims to educate the public about the dangers of unprotected sun exposure and how to prevent skin cancer. It also highlights the importance of early detection and treatment.❤
Yes, Ron it is for sure no joke. I will be facing my 4th Mohs surgery soon :-( I have Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis. I was a huge sun worshipper as that was my medicine back in the day. Now I pay the price. I started on biologic med 6 years ago but now that is causing me issues as it has given me liver issues. Ugh!!! I keep you in my prayers knowing you are facing these surgeries. People think skin cancer is a joke and I am another one here who says NOOOO IT IS NOT!!!
Thank you for sharing your journey and advocating about the dangers of sun exposure. I used to be a careless beach goer living in Cali all those years and now living in Az, I'm a big proponent of skin care and protection! I'm sorry you had to suffer through so many procedures and pain but thankful you have a positive and powerful testimony to give to to the public!
My dearest friend, Sharon Williams, died of stage 4 skin cancer. She fought a tough battle, but the big C won. Thank you, DutyRon, for this important reminder. I had to cancel my appt to the skin cancer Dr because of financial constraints. It was to be my 1st appt where they would have checked me out all over. I was a sun worshipper back in the day, and baby oil with iodine in it was my suntan lotion. Every year, I would burn before I would get tanned. I haven't sat out in the sun since 2018, when a falling tree took out my pool. Thank God yours was found in time to successfully treat!!
Thanks for sharing.. my dad now in his 80s has been getting chunks of skin taken off here and there as well. The deepest on his back. He refuses most doctor visits but my mom beat him into submission, so to speak - haha- on this topic!! Long Live Papa Al, age 86!!
Thank you for sharing with everyone Ron. I am in the same situation. A lot of sunburns during my Navy years has caused chronic skin cancers on my scalp and forehead. People do not realize what the sun can cause.
Ron, I’m so very sorry that you’ve been dealing with such a scary situation for years. The sun is a silent killer. Thank you for your years of service and now, for your continued service to your followers. Your courage and candor will save lives. God bless!
