Skin Sense
Prevention and early detection are key issues in dealing with skin cancer. Most skin cancers are preventable, and if found early, treatable.
Skin Sense

Caring for the Skin You are In!
The importance of screenings is growing, as skin cancer is the fastest growing type of cancer. To find a skin cancer screening in your area, visit the American Academy of Dermatology at http://www.aad.org. Self exams are also very important. Use these steps to perform regular self exams.

  • Examine your body front & back in a mirror, then right and left sides with arms raised.
  • Bend elbows. Look carefully at forearms, upper underarms and palms.
  • Look at the backs of your legs and feet, the spaces between your toes and on the sole.
  • Examine the backs of your neck and scalp with a hand mirror. Part hair for a closer look
  • Finally, check your back with a hand mirror.

What is your sun safety?

1. I can't get skin cancer, because my routine (work, drive to work, indoor hobbies, and vacations) doesn't include any outdoor activities.
Dr. Angela Bowers an initiate of Xi Kappa Chapter at Texas A&M shares her professional story as dermatologist. She is certainly impacting lives and making a difference! My adventure in becoming a dermatologist has been peppered by many influences and experiences.  Upon starting my undergraduate degree at Texas A&M I thought that medicine would...

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