by Katie | Feb 28, 2023 | Sunscreen
Avoid the RAYS. The UV rays are the strongest between, 10am and 4pm. So, that’s when you must limit exposure to the sun The best way to avoid the sun rays, is to take care of your skin by seeking shade. SPF 30 or higher. Broad-spectrum sunscreen... 
by Katie | Sep 10, 2022 | Melahomies
The words “your child has cancer” are not something you ever expect as parents, let alone skin cancer in a 4.5-year-old. Our sweet, sassy, beautiful Millie was diagnosed in January 2021 with a rare form of pediatric skin cancer called spitzoid melanoma. A mole that... 
by Katie | Jun 15, 2022 | My Melanoma World
Appointment Details6/15/22 8:20am Dermatologistwide local excision11 numbing shots3.5in incision35mins on the tableDissolving stitches on the inside12 days later, stitches removed on the outsideAntibiotic cream 2x’s/day for 12 daysKeep covered up until 12 days are... 
by Katie | May 2, 2022 | Awareness
Scalp: Melanoma of the scalp and neck has a higher risk of melanoma-specific mortality than melanoma anywhereelse on the body. Eyelids: Five to ten percent of skin cancers occur in the eyelid. Ask your derm and your eye doctor to performa check. Mouth: If you have a... 
by Katie | May 1, 2022 | Melahomies
Anna Hennessey was diagnosed in June of 2020, her original Melanoma mole, was on her scalp. Plus dealing with others on her spine and hip. She went through 4 rounds ipi/nivo and 2 nivo treatments for maintenance. She endured radiation: cyber knife to spine (3x)...