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Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, accounting for nearly half of all forms of the disease diagnosed in the United States.
There are three main types of skin cancer: melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma. Basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma are the most common cancers of the skin. When detected early, they have a cure rate of 95%.
Melanoma grows and spreads faster than other skin cancers. Melanomas usually begin in a mole or other pigmented area of the skin. A less common form, called intraocular melanoma, can develop in the eye.
You can take action to reduce your risk of skin cancer and to detect it at an early stage. Please see the resources listed below to learn more about the prevention, early detection, and treatment of skin cancer. Please also visit our Skin Cancer Screening Clinic or call (801) 581-2955 to schedule an appointment with a dermatologist at Huntsman Cancer Institute.
Brochures and Fact Sheets
Available at no cost in the Cancer Learning Center or request a copy by calling (801) 581-6365 or (888) 424-2100 toll free.
Books
Available for check-out from the Cancer Learning Center or view ordering information from Amazon.com
100 Questions & Answers About Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers. McClay, Edward F.; McClay, Mary-Eileen T. 2004.
Melanoma: Prevention, Detection and Treatment. Poole, Catherine M.; Guerry IV, DuPont. 2005.
The Melanoma Book: A Complete Guide to Prevention and Treatment. Kaufman, Howard L. 2005.
Only Skin Deep?: An Essential Guide to Effective Skin Cancer Programs & Resources. White, Danielle M. 2007.
Organizations and Websites
For additional information, please visit the Huntsman Cancer Learning Center or call the Huntsman Cancer Information Service at (801) 581-6365 or toll-free (888) 424-2100.
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