sunscreen
Fall into Sun Safety: Why Wide-Brimmed Hats and Sunscreen Are Autumn Essentials
11.04.2024
As the leaves begin to change and temperatures cool, it's easy to forget about sun protection. However, fall sun safety remains important for…
Skin cancer continues to be most common cancer in Nevada, U.S.
05.01.2023
More people are diagnosed with skin cancer each year in Nevada than all other cancers combined, according to the American Cancer Society. This year…
2023 Skin Cancer Awareness Month Tools
04.14.2023
Skin Cancer Awareness Month is recognized each May. NCC provides these tools to assist you in promoting sun safety, skin cancer prevention, and…
Local dermatologists sponsor sunscreen kiosks at regional parks
06.06.2022
Five new sunscreen dispensers will be available just in time for summer vacation installed at parks in Reno, Sparks, Washoe County and in Elko…
Inspired by Loss, Elko P.E. Teacher Models the Importance of Sun Safety
04.11.2022
When you’re a 13-year-old boy, and the father you idolize – a man who’d been a lifelong athlete and All-American high school football and basketball…
Sun Protection and Skin Cancer Prevention in Melanin-Rich Skin
03.15.2022
The Skin of Color Society produced this educational interview featuring dermatologists of color discussing sun protection and skin cancer prevention…
Sunscreen: Is it safe?
03.08.2022
We’ve heard the reasoning, and you may have as well. Some people say they choose not to use sunscreen because of the chemicals on the ingredient…
Highlighting Skin of Color This Black History Month
02.15.2022
By Maebob Enokenwa
Maebob Enokenwa
February is Black History Month! It is the time of year that we spotlight the impact Black people have had…
Winter sun safety: Being 'Sun Smart' isn’t just for summertime
01.04.2022
It’s often simple to be Sun Smart in the summertime. We may feel the heat of the sun on our skin reminding us to take cover or reapply sunscreen. We…
Nevada Cancer Coalition Offers Free Sunscreen Dispensers
05.02.2018
Nevada Cancer Coalition is recognizing Skin Cancer Detection & Prevention Month by awarding five automatic sunscreen dispensers to nonprofits in…