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May is skin cancer awareness month, skin cancers inclues melanoma, basal cell skin cancer, and squamous cell skin cancer. Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in the United States with more than 5 million people receiving this diagnosis each year! According to estimates made from the National Cancer Institute’s Surveillance, Epidemiology,…
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Happy New Year! This blog is a friendly reminder to schedule your skin cancer screening! Why? Skin Cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed today. In fact, in the United States, skin cancer makes up over 50% of all new cancers. Another important fact is that anyone can get skin cancer! The importance of annual…
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Did you know that skin cancer makes up over half of all new cancers in the United States? There are more cases of skin cancer diagnosed each year than all other types of cancer combined. Anyone can get skin cancer! Let’s review the facts according to the Skin Cancer Foundation:1 1 in 5 Americans will…
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As we enter the Fall months in the North East, hiking, camping, and outdoor activities are at an all time high for many individuals and families. Cases of Lyme disease are on the rise and Lyme disease can be very challenging to diagnose, as depicted in this recent NY TIMES Article. Dr. Rebecca Baxt, Board…
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Summer isn’t over yet! Sunburn and Sun damage are of high concern in these hot summer months. Avoid a sunburn for you and your family by following these easy 5 sunscreen rules by Dr. Rebecca Baxt, Board Certified Dermatologist Rule #1: Don’t be skimpy on your sunscreen Put on a lot of sunscreen. It is…
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How can you protect yourself from harmful UV rays and also protect our coral reefs? The NY Times recently published an article “Most Sunscreens Can Harm Coral Reefs. What Should Travelers Do?” warning of the growing concern that the increased presence of chemicals from our sunscreens (oxybenzone) may be harming the oceanic environment. What type…
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It can seem that many individuals– both male and female — don’t start to understand the importance of taking proper care of their skin until they are well within their 40’s and 50’s. However, if you are in your teens, twenties, or thirties and still have yet to see a wrinkle, it’s important to understand…
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Dr. Rebecca Baxt has teamed up with the The Skin Cancer Foundation “Road to Healthy Skin Tour” and is offering free Skin Cancer Screenings! Where: Rite Aid, 44 West Allendale Avenue, Allendale NJ When: Today, August 12, 2015 @ 1-4pm
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“Staying in the shade doesn’t do it. You still get sun exposure in the shade. You shouldn’t depend on only sunscreen to protect you. Use clothing and then sunscreen.”
