It’s a fact: people who identify as Hispanic or Latino/Latina are at risk for sunburns, premature aging and skin cancer due to UV exposure from the sun. And some are at high risk. Learn more

World Cancer Research Day is a global movement to raise awareness about the importance of cancer research and encourage collaboration among researchers, providers and the public to support cancer research initiatives.

Since 1981, The Skin Cancer Foundation has awarded more than $2 million in research grants to encourage ideas in skin cancer prevention, detection and treatment.

Ask the Expert: Is Skin Protection More Important During “Sun Season”?

Why are there more stories about sun protection in the summer? Is there really a “sun season”?

Back-to-School Sun Safety

Whether you rejoice or feel sad when your kids head back to school, you hope your good influence sticks with them! That’s why it’s so important to teach children and teens about protecting their skin and eyes from the dangerous effects of the sun — all year long.

Can Working as a Firefighter Increase Your Risk of Skin Cancer?

Firefighters risk their lives running into burning buildings, but the menace doesn’t come just from the fire. They may face an increased risk for developing melanoma, a dangerous skin cancer.

Layering Is the Key

When the air turns cool, you may not feel the heat of the sun’s rays. But they still have the power to damage your skin, so follow our autumn guidelines to protect yourself.

Skin Health Misinformation: The Dark Side of Social Influencers

Amid growing skin cancer rates in the U.S., health falsehoods about sun protection run rampant online, spread by social media “stars” whose legions of devoted fans have transformed them into vectors of misinformation.

From September to November, our Destination Healthy Skin (DHS) RV will travel to communities around the country where volunteer dermatologists will provide free skin cancer screenings and educational materials to the public. See our schedule of dates and places here.

Thank you to all who teamed up with The Skin Cancer Foundation in advocating for access to new sunscreen ingredients to prevent skin cancer and save lives.

More than 3,500 people signed the letter of support and spread the word. That’s a big deal!

Next steps: The Skin Cancer Foundation sent the letter, including all signatures, to the members of the Congressional Skin Cancer Caucus, as the package moves to a vote in the House of Representatives.

Stay informed: Check our website for updates: SkinCancer.org/safesunscreen.

Join our community of monthly donors and become a member of the Skin Protection Fund (SPF). Your recurring gift will steadily support the lifesaving programs of the Foundation and help us educate the public and the medical community about skin cancer, its prevention by means of sun protection, the need for early detection and prompt, effective treatment. Learn more and donate here.

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