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Official Twitter feed of the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention. Home to Don't Fry Day & Skin Smart Campus Initiatives. United to prevent skin cancer!

Washington, DC
Joined April 2009
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
Take a look at how the efforts of M3 Jess Duong were recently recognized by @skincancerprev and led to #WMed becoming a @SkinSmartCampus bit.ly/3Z9FnE3
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
Protect yourself! Prevent #skincancer with a complete sun protection strategy that includes using #sunscreen, seeking shade and covering up with clothing, hats & sunglasses. More info: skincancer.org/prevention #sunprotection #sunsafety skincancer.org/
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
Did you know? Mohs is an efficient, cost-effective treatment, done on an outpatient basis that usually only requires a single visit. The surgeon uses local anesthesia and an on-site lab. Learn more: skincancer.org/blog/mohs-sur… #Mohs #skincancer
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
Today, we kick off our month-long mucosal melanoma campaign, #OutOfTheShadows! In March, we will share resources, raise critical funds to support research advancements and share patient testimonials like that of Chris White, #MucosalMelanoma survivor - buff.ly/3GdN5EV
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
Physician-scientist focused on improving brain metastases treatment buff.ly/3KuCk4D
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
Reciprocal interactions between innate immune cells and astrocytes facilitate neuroinflammation and brain metastasis via lipocalin-2 buff.ly/3xJSfEO
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
Hillary Fogelson, author of “Pale Girl Speaks,” is a 3-time melanoma survivor. Today she is considered a “sunscreen guru” and shares her story, plus #melanoma news and stats here: bit.ly/3Kd4L6X #sunscreen #melanomaawareness
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
As is the unfortunate reality for many people with a history of significant sun exposure, this lifestyle came full circle for Matthew in 2018 when he was diagnosed with #melanoma. buff.ly/3SwJ18w
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
Students from @MUSC_COM's Dermatology Interest Group visit the mother-baby unit at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital & Pearl Tourville Women's Pavilion, bearing sun protection blankets & reminders of the dangers of sun exposure. @IMPACTMelanoma ow.ly/zLL150N3Ykz
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
We cant wait for the Melanoma Exchange Patient Forum on March 8! Will you be joining us? Learn more and register today at curemelanoma.org/forum!
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
Join us Monday, February 27th at 5:00pm ET for our #BlackHistoryMonth Instagram Live with Dr. Michelle Henry (@DrMichelleHenry) for a discussion about debunking myths on melanoma and people of color! Follow us at @CureMelanoma to hear from Dr. Henry!
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
Katonya Breaux, founder of @UnSunCosmetics shares an important message during #BlackHistoryMonth of debunking the myth that people of color don't need sunscreen. You can support by donating to help eradicate melanoma. Sun safety is important for all– buff.ly/3xjIb52
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
Registration extended! Sign up by Feb. 20 to join melanoma patients, caregivers and advocates from across the country on Mar. 5-7 to share your story with lawmakers on Capitol Hill. We need YOU to be the voice of the melanoma community. Register today! buff.ly/3E7eGr0
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare, aggressive form of skin cancer with a high risk for returning (recurring) and spreading (metastasizing), often within two to three years after initial diagnosis. Learn more here: skincancer.org/skin-cancer-i… #SharetheFacts
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
Are you fumbling the ball on your daily sun protection? Read NFL coach Sean McDermott's tips for skin cancer prevention here: skincancer.org/blog/nfl-coac… #superbowl #sunprotection
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
We are pleased to announce a call for applications to our Dermatology Fellowship Award Program and share that there will be an increase in the award amount to $50,000, over one year. 🔬🔬🔬 #melanoma #dermatology #dermtwitter CureMelanoma.org/DermRFP
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
Since our inception in 2007, MRA has been laser-focused on advancing cutting-edge research needed to achieve our mission. With our singular vision, MRA stands as the largest private nonprofit funder of #melanoma research in the world. buff.ly/3jScz3o
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
Jill Biden has been an advocate for #cancerscreenings since 1993. Her recent brush with #skincancer serves as a reminder to all of us that screenings matter. More on the first lady's advocacy history and her recent diagnosis: bit.ly/3HbcKyn
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National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention retweeted
The American Cancer Society estimates that 97,610 will be diagnosed and 7,990 people will die from melanoma in the United States in 2023. Read the latest stats: bit.ly/3JyLPQ6 #melanomaawareness #skincancerawareness
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