Ep #13 Skin Cancer 101: Early Detection, Prevention, and Treatment Explained

Did you know skin cancer is preventable, yet it’s one of the most common cancers worldwide? In this inaugural episode of Season 2, we explore its causes, risk factors, and life-saving prevention tips to help you protect your skin and stay healthy.Welcome to Skin to It, the podcast where dermatologist Dr. Sandy Skotnicki and beauty enthusiast Marlo Sutton break down everything you need to know about healthy skin. In today’s episode, we dive deep into skin cancer prevention, detection, and treatment, providing you with essential knowledge to protect yourself from this prevalent disease.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:* Types of Skin Cancer: Learn about melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma—what they are, their causes, and how to spot them early.* Skin Cancer Risk Factors: Discover how UV exposure, sun damage, and genetic predisposition increase your skin cancer risk.* Prevention & Protection: Understand the crucial role sunscreen, sun-protective clothing, and safe sun habits play in reducing your risk.* Early Detection: Learn how to check your skin at home, spot suspicious moles using the ABCDEs of melanoma, and why regular self-exams matter.* Treatment Advances: Explore the latest skin cancer treatment options, including surgery, immunotherapy, and radiation therapy.* Debunking Skin Cancer Myths: We separate fact from fiction, answering common questions like: Does dark skin need sunscreen? Can skin cancer spread quickly?* Living with Skin Cancer: Insights on oncology advancements, survival rates, and support for those diagnosed.By the end of this episode, you’ll know how to prevent skin cancer, detect warning signs early, and explore the latest treatment options.Don’t miss this life-saving conversation – tune in now. 🎧Every Thursday on Skin to It, dermatologist Dr. Sandy Skotnicki and beauty enthusiast Marlo Sutton guide you through the maze of skincare, cutting through the noise to help you achieve your healthiest skin. Subscribe to ensure you never miss out on our skincare wisdom!Love our podcast? Tell us what you love about the show to help others discover it too, by sharing your review.Skin to It is a skincare podcast brought to you by Bioderma.For more information about Skin to It, visit skintoitpodcast.com.Follow us on social media at Dr. Sandy Skotnicki and Marlo Sutton.