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In the
Spotlight
“Rays Your Grade” in Sun Safety
Have your ever wanted to know just how
well you're protecting yourself from the sun and how much you know
about sun safety? Taking the “Rays Your Grade” survey will tell you.
After answering questions about your sun-safety habits, use of
sunscreen, and knowledge of sun protection, you’ll receive a
personalized "grade" based on your answers. You'll also get
sun-safety tips and recommendations to help you do even better.
What’s
your grade?
How to Check for Actinic Keratoses
(AKs) During Skin Self-Exam
For anyone who has spent years in the sun or frequently used tanning
beds, regular skin exams are vital. Repeat exposure to ultraviolet
(UV) rays, whether from the sun or tanning beds, can severely damage
the skin. Over time, this damage can build up and cause actinic
keratoses (AKs). (more...)
Benefits of Newer Treatment Options
for Actinic Keratoses (AKs)
Imiquimod and photodynamic therapy (PDT), two newer treatment
options approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for
treating actinic keratoses (AKs), offer patients some unique
benefits. (more...)
AK Facts in a
Nutshell
The following links take you to pages that summarize key facts about
actinic keratoses. Included is a page that shows you how to perform
a self-examination because checking your skin regularly can help
detect AKs in the earliest and most treatable stages.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Actinic Keratoses and Skin
Cancer
How to Perform a Self-Examination
An educational program brought to you by the American Academy of
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Having sun-damaged skin increases your risk of
developing more AKs and skin cancers. If you have AKs,
be sure to see a dermatologist. Studies show
dermatologists more accurately diagnose skin lesions and
are better at determining appropriate treatment for skin
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