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Surviving extreme summer heat: Tips from 4 experts

Health experts offer tips to stay safe in the extreme summer heat and protect yourself from the sun's harmful UV rays that can cause skin cancer.

Kurt Kleinschmidt, M.D. / Kaveh Nezafati, M.D. / Jay Pandya, M.D.

August 9, 2024

Mohs surgery team integrates skin cancer removal and reconstruction

Mohs micrographic surgery can be is a single-day procedure that combines skin cancer resection with precise reconstruction. Learn more from our elite surgical team.

James Thornton, M.D.

June 30, 2021

Precision medicine, immunotherapy drive largest single-year drop in cancer deaths

Cancer death rates have dropped nearly 30% since 1991, and more that 2% between 2016 and 2017 alone – the biggest one-year drop on record. The driver has been precision medicine, an approach that focuses on personalization and collaboration. Learn more now.

January 15, 2020

The not-so-friendly skies? Why pilots and flight attendants have a higher risk of skin cancer

Studies have shown that pilots and flight attendants are at a greater risk for skin cancer, but much is still unknown about why. Jennifer G. Gill, M.D., PhD, breaks down potential factors, as well as other occupations and hobbies that pose an increased risk.

Jennifer Gill, M.D., Ph.D.

July 10, 2019

5 burning questions about sun protection and skin cancer

In the blazing Texas summer, sun protection is key. UT Southwestern dermatologist Elizabeth Savory answers the burning questions about sunscreen, tanning and skin cancer.

Stephanie Savory, M.D.

July 5, 2019

Which sunscreen is best – brand name or generic?

When shopping for sunscreen, many brands might catch your eye. But are brand name products more effective than generics? Rajiv Nijhawan, M.D., discusses what matters when choosing a sunscreen – and best practices for getting the most protection.

Rajiv Nijhawan, M.D.

June 12, 2019

3 skin cancer treatments that might stop melanoma in its tracks

Melanoma rates are increasing in the U.S., even as incidences of other cancers are declining. However, treatment advances in the last decade have tripled survival rates for advanced melanoma.

May 24, 2019

5 myths about skin cancer prevention – and some truths

Is sunscreen enough to prevent skin cancer? Is our skin protected behind window glass? In this week’s blog, Jennifer Gill, M.D., Ph.D., clears up five misconceptions about skin cancer prevention, and then offers up some truths.

Jennifer Gill, M.D., Ph.D.

August 8, 2018

How do I choose the best sunscreen?

When it comes to choosing the best sunscreen, take the same approach to healthy eating: Read the label! Rohit Sharma, M.D., says the label should list three specific factors that indicate optimal sun protection. Learn more.

Rohit Sharma, M.D.

July 19, 2018

I screen, you screen, we all screen for sunscreen

The benefits of wearing sunscreen outdoors are numerous, especially during the summer.

Rajiv Nijhawan, M.D.

August 9, 2017