Some say Spring is the most beautiful time of the year. However, Spring is also a time when you’re at a higher risk of UV skin damage because of intensifying sun rays. Following sun safety tips for your skin can keep you protected against skin cancer. Sun Safety Tips for Spring Choose Protective Clothing Wearing […]
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The most important part of being cancer-aware and promoting your health is making sure you’re getting yourself screened appropriately. This is especially true for skin cancer, which is the fifth most common cancer. Prevention and early detection are the best defense we have against cancer at the moment because of the exponential progression of the
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When you purchase makeup, you are often more concerned about whether or not it matches the color of your skin or the price comparisons. But did you know that many of today’s foundations and cosmetics also have SPF included? Though this can be beneficial in protecting your skin, you must understand that the SPF found
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The summer sun can be harsh on the skin, so it is vital that you take some extra steps to protect your skin from the sun and keep it looking healthy. At Harris Dermatology, our professionals are here to help patients in the communities of Naples and Fort Myers, FL, learn about caring for the
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Protecting the skin from sun damage is not only important to avoid problems such as hyperpigmentation, but it can also keep one from having a higher risk of developing skin cancer. UV rays from the sun can be responsible for skin cancer, and patients who have had sunburns, tanned, or even used tanning beds have
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November is National Healthy Skin Month, and what better time to learn more about the largest organ of your body! We often don’t think much about our skin, but we should. In fact, daily care and attention is vital to maintaining healthy, beautiful skin and reducing the risk of concerns such as skin cancer.
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Florida is known for sunshine, but this doesn’t mean that you should leave your skin unprotected! It is no surprise that Floridians spend a lot of time outdoors, which makes it even more important that the skin is protected against harmful UVA and UVB rays from the sun. Skin cancer is one of the most
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For many patients, the winter can be brutal for their skin. They may experience cracked, dry, and itching skin that becomes extremely bothersome for them. This typically happens due to the lack of humidity in the air during the winter months. Because this time of the year can be extremely difficult for many patients with
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We all know that daily use of sunscreen can protect the skin from the sun’s damaging rays. However, many people don’t realize that they have been applying sunscreen incorrectly—therefore reducing its effectiveness. The doctors at Harris Dermatology provide the following information to help educate patients on proper sunscreen application and use: Use enough sunscreen to
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