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Newly Diagnosed Hub

A new skin cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming. This hub gathers the most essential information and tools, from understanding your diagnosis to questions for your care team, so you can take your first steps with confidence and support.

Skin Cancer Information

This document contains a  preliminary identification of website content subject areas (bold print) and examples of publicly accessible...

Questions to Ask About Your Skin Cancer

If you have basal cell carcinoma (BCC) or squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), it's important to talk openly with...

Staging of Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer (NMSC)

Over the past several years, multiple staging systems and guidelines have been established for nonmelanoma skin cancers, including the American Joint Committee...

Introduction to Pathology Reports

A “pathology report” lists what the pathologist sees. This may include what they see with the “naked eye” and under the microscope. This document is used...

Understanding Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC): A Guide for Patients

Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare and aggressive skin cancer with increasing incidence, with...

Understanding Adnexal Carcinomas: A Guide for Patients

Adnexal carcinomas (AC) are a group of rare cancers that starts in the adnexal structures of the skin. Skin adnexa refers to additional organs of the...

Understanding Atypical Fibroxanthoma: A Guide for Patients

Atypical fibroxanthoma (AFX) is a very rare form of skin cancer of the spindle cells that often gets mistaken for squamous cell carcinoma or other forms...

Extramammary Paget’s Disease

Paget’s disease is a type of cancer that often affects the nipple. Extramammary Paget’s disease (EMPD) refers to the same disease process. But, it occurs...

Adjustment to Cancer: Anxiety and Distress (PDQ®)–Patient Version

Discover how managing anxiety and distress can significantly enhance the quality of life for both cancer patients...

Let's Get Real About Skin Cancer

Non-melanoma skin cancers (NMSC) are common but often misunderstood, particularly regarding their impact on people...

Centers of Excellence for Advanced Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer

Fostering strong multidisciplinary collaboration and building professional partnerships are key to enhancing care...

Finding and Evaluating Online Resources

Learn to evaluate the accuracy of health information from websites, social media, and mobile apps by...

Worksheet: Questions to Consider When Choosing a New Doctor

When selecting a new doctor, it's important to find someone who meets your personal and medical...

Understanding the Cost of Cancer Care

Understanding the cost of cancer care along with financial options and services available to you may provide...

Understanding Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans: A Guide for Patients

A resource outlining Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans.

Understanding Basal Cell Carcinoma: A Guide for Patients

Basal cell carcinoma is a very common type of skin cancer. In fact, it's the most common kind of all...

Understanding Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer (NMSC) in Skin of Color: A Guide for Patients

Understanding the signs and risk factors for NMSC, particularly across diverse skin tones, is crucial...

Understanding Sebaceous Carcinoma: A Guide for Patients

Sebaceous carcinoma (SC) is a rare but potentially aggressive cancer that arises from oil-producing glands in the...

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