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Summer is upon us again, and its time for relaxing in the outdoors and spending time with our families and friends. “Skin Cancer is mostly the result of excess UV […]

How to Protect Yourself in Summer or Winter ? Keep sunscreen and lip balm with you at all time, in your car and purse. Use a natural sunscreen, preferably with […]

What causes Keloids? When skin is injured, fibrous tissue, called scar tissue, forms over the wound to repair and protect the injury. In some cases, scar tissue grows excessively, forming smooth, [...]

Moles   Concern about moles is one of the most common reasons for visiting a dermatologist, they are very common growths on the skin. Moles are pigmented skin growths medically […]

CANSA wants to raise awareness of skin cancer and the importance of being SunSmart to reduce cancer risk. We recently got motorists’ attention with our “Car Melanoma Campaign”:

what causes skin cancer? Skin cancer happens when normal cells in the skin change into abnormal cells. The cause is complex and involves multiple factors including ultraviolet light exposure [...]

What is psoriasis? Psoriasis is a chronic skin disorder  due to a combination of immune, genetic, and environmental factors. It commonly affects more than one family member. What causes [...]

Rosacea is a common, chronic but treatable condition that typically affects the central third of the face. It often begins with a tendency to blush or flush more easily than […]

Use sunscreen every day, even if it’s cloudy Apply at least one ounce of sunscreen (enough to fill a shot glass) at least 15 to 30 minutes before going outside. […]