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Skin cancer preventable, but impacts readiness, state summit speakers
May 28, 2026 — Skin cancer is largely preventable if people take proper measures to do so, said speakers during the John P. Murtha Cancer Center’s annual skin cancer summit held recently at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center... MORE

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Skin cancer screenings available at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center
November 13, 2024 — While everyone can get a skin cancer screening, but some people are at higher risk. Are you 25 years or older? Fit the below categories? Schedule a screening with our Dermatology team at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center - no referral required!... MORE

Doctors recommend sunscreen for all skin complexions
June 23, 2022 — Individuals with darker skin complexions, or skin of color, are sometimes less likely to use sunscreens and protect themselves from excessive sunlight, dermatologists say. But the dangers of too much sunlight – from sunspots to skin cancer – are real risks for everyone regardless of skin complexion, doctors say... MORE

Skin cancer: Here's how to reduce the risk
August 3, 2020 — With plenty of summer weather remaining for Airmen executing the mission, impacts of sun exposure directly affect health and readiness... MORE