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Skin Cancer Survivor Blog

Welcome to the skincancer-survivor.com web blog. This has been created to serve those who are either suffering from skin cancer, or who are supporting someone with the disease. My aim is that this website is not just another 'basic facts' column, but a resource that will bring people together to share their experiences, offer advice and reassure those who are trying to research the condition.



Feb 8, 2010, Massage For Cancer Patients

Massage for cancer patients. Why massage is so beneficial and which massage is best for skin cancer sufferers.

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Feb 8, 2010, Complimentary And Alternative Medicine

Complimentary and alternative medicine - A look at themost popular therapies and how they may benefit the skin cancer patient.

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Feb 7, 2010, Basic Alexander Technique And It's Benefits For Skin Cancer Patients

The Basic Alexander Technique and how it may benefit the skin cancer patients

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Feb 6, 2010, Skin Cancer - How To Prevent, Treat And Survive It!

Helping you minimise the risk of developing basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma. Find interesting articles on skin cancer research, clinical trials and the melanoma vaccine.

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Jan 30, 2010, Alternative Skin Cancer Treatment Methods And Their Safety.

Popular alternative skin cancer treatment, - what they are and are they safe?

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Jan 30, 2010, Are Alternative Skin Cancer Treatments Safe?

Alternative skin cancer treatments can work in synergy with conventional medicine or work very much against it.

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Jan 23, 2010, Sitemap

Skin Cancer Survivor Website Sitemap

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Jan 19, 2010, Sunscreen Allergies

Sunscreen allergies - protect your skin from harmful UV radiation without causing a rash.

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Jan 19, 2010, Scalp Sunscreen

Scalp sunscreen - Find out how to help prevent skin cancer developing and hiding away under the hair on your scalp.

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Jan 19, 2010, Ingredients In Sunscreen

Ingredients in sunscreen - the difference between chemical, natural & organic sunscreen.

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Jan 18, 2010, Sunscreen Facts - Reduce Your Risk of Skin Cancer Now!

Sunscreen facts. Sunscreen does not fully protect your skin from harmful UV radiation, but read on to find out how to effectively use it to reduce the risk of skin cancer.

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Dec 28, 2009, Actinic Cheilitis Facts

Actinic Cheilitis is actually Actinic Keratosis but refers to premalignant skin lesions on the lower lip. It has the ability to develop into Squamous Cell Carcinoma so get it checked Now!

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Dec 28, 2009, What causes skin cancer?

The truth about what causes skin cancer, save your children from developing it and learn how your environment may put you at risk.

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Dec 14, 2009, Sunscreen and Acne

Sunscreen and acne or sunscreen and rosacea. How to protect your skin without irritating it further.

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Dec 14, 2009, Effects Of Sunscreen On Babies

Sunscreen on babies - Why you should not use a sunscreen on babies under 6 months old.

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Dec 13, 2009, Test

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Dec 1, 2009, How To Prevent Skin Cancer - 20 Excellent Tips!

How to prevent skin cancer - 20 excellent ways for reducing your risk.

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Nov 17, 2009, Squamous Skin Cancer and Chemical Exposure

Squamous Skin Cancer can develop from chemical exposure, not just from the sun!

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Nov 16, 2009, Cancer Causing Chemicals

Cancer causing chemicals are everywhere in our environment. For more information on how you can develop squamous skin cancer, read here.

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Nov 16, 2009, Chemicals That Cause Cancer

Some commonly found chemicals that cause cancer - coal tar product, arsenic, soot, creosote, paraffin wax, motor oil etc.

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Nov 15, 2009, Current Melanoma Clinical Trial Information

A melanoma clinical trial isn't for everyone. But for those which conventional treatments are not working, an experimental treatment may offer hope.

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Nov 13, 2009, Fast Facts About Sunscreen - 5 Things You Absolutely MUST Know!

Top 5 Fast Facts About Sunscreen - Find out the truth about sunscreen!

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Nov 11, 2009, Tanning Beds And Skin Cancer...Is There A Relationship?

The Confirmed Link Between Tanning Beds And Skin Cancer

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Nov 10, 2009, Types of Skin Cancer

What exactly is skin cancer and what are the differences between the types of skin cancer?

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Nov 10, 2009, Recent Skin Cancer Research

Recent skin cancer research has yielded some surprising options for treatment.

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Nov 10, 2009, Squamous Cell Carcinoma - The Facts

Squamous Cell Carcinoma is a malignant skin cancer, developing internally and externally. Learn all about it here.

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Nov 10, 2009, Signs of Skin Cancer

Rare signs of skin cancer and unusual causes mean that we may be unaware of other signs to look for. The common 'ABCDE' method may not be enough to make sure we are looking for every possible sign.

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Nov 10, 2009, Malignant Melanoma. Are You At Risk?

Are you at risk of malignant melanoma? Many factors influence the cause of melanoma...learn how you can reduce your risk here.

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Nov 10, 2009, Basal Cell Carcinoma - The Facts

Basal Cell Carcinoma, the most common skin cancer but know the warning signs.

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Nov 5, 2009, Skin Cancer In Children

Skin cancer in children is unlikely unless there is a medical reason such as radiotherapy or damaged DNA

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Nov 5, 2009, Prognosis for Melanoma with Survival Rates

The prognosis for melanoma may seem shocking but if caught early, many can be as good as cured.

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Nov 5, 2009, Melanoma Symptoms - The 'Hidden' Facts

Melanoma symptoms can mimic the common cold or hemorrhoids . Because some melanomas are 'hidden' skin growths, it's important to be aware of any changes in strange areas.

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Nov 5, 2009, Melanoma Staging - The 3 Methods

Melanoma staging is a complex process that uses 3 methods to determine how far advanced your Melanoma is.

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Nov 5, 2009, Malignant Melanoma Treatment

Malignant Melanoma Treatment Options and Methods

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Nov 5, 2009, Leukoplakia and Erythroplakia

Leukoplakia and Erythroplakia premalignant skin lesion facts.

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Nov 5, 2009, Is Skin Cancer Hereditary?

Is skin cancer hereditary? This article explores the possibility of skin cancer being passed through the genes, posing the question, does famillial skin cancer increase your risk of developing it?

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Nov 5, 2009, skincancer-survivor.com contact page

skincancer-survivor.com contact us page.

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Nov 5, 2009, The Cause Of Melanoma - It's Not Just About The Sun Anymore.

Nobody knows the true cause of melanoma, however, it is prudent to be aware of all causal effects to minimise the risk of developing this disease.

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Nov 5, 2009, Is a cancerous mole the only cause of melanoma?

A cancerous mole isn't the only cause of malignant melanoma. According to research, although rare, it may develop on a scar site or areas of long-term ulceration. It also happened to my mother.

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Nov 5, 2009, Bowen's Disease - The Facts

Bowen's Disease produces skin growths that can be more of a nuisance than anything else. However, it can lead to invasive squamous cell carcinoma, so should you leave it alone or have it removed?

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Nov 5, 2009, Actinic Keratosis and how to spot if you have it.

Actinic Keratosis now affects one in six people, these skin growths may develop into squamous cell cancer. This page will give you more information on how to spot if you might have it.

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Nov 5, 2009, About the team at skincancer-survivor.com

Who is behind skincancer-survivor.com and what qualifies them to publish information on skin cancer?

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