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Margaritaville Billionaire Dies from Merkel Cell Skin Cancer
September 8, 2023
Did you know there is an aggressive type of skin cancer that is 40 times rarer than melanoma and just as dangerous? Merkel cell carcinoma can be mistaken for a flesh-colored cyst or bluish-red... Read More
Make Every Day a No Fry Day...
August 24, 2023
Established in 2008 by the National Council of Skin Cancer Prevention, National “Don’t Fry Day” is celebrated each May on the Friday before Memorial Day. But with exceptionally... Read More
July is UV Safety Awareness Month
July 24, 2023
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services named July as UV Safety Awareness Month to remind people to protect their skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet... Read More
Sun Protection Can Save Your Skin
June 21, 2023
DESTINATION HEALTHY SKIN ORLANDO As mentioned in a previous blog post, the Destination Healthy Skin mobile RV was headed to Orlando for a two-day event to provide onsite skin cancer... Read More
May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month
April 25, 2023
Along with welcoming warmer temperatures and sunny days to our Central Florida communities, the month of May is nationally recognized as Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month. According to the... Read More
How Early Detection of Skin Cancer Makes a Difference
February 28, 2023
Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States, so it is most important to take steps to protect yourself against its potential development as well to detect its presence as a... Read More
Happy Holidays from Associates in Dermatology
December 9, 2022
It’s that special time of year again! Although we don’t think snow will be in the forecast for Central Florida, Dr. Michael Steppie and the dedicated healthcare providers at Associates... Read More
How to Revive Skin, Hair and Nails for the Holidays
November 22, 2022
Although colder air is more dense than hot air, the molecules in warmer air are farther apart, which allows it to hold more moisture. When there is less humidity in the air, it is much easier for... Read More
Having Safe Fun in the Florida Sun
July 26, 2022
Summer is a season that people look forward to each year. It is the time when kids are out of school and families are taking summer vacations. It is also the time when everyone should seek to... Read More
Make May Your Skin Check Month
May 18, 2022
All skin tones can burn due to sun exposure. The good news is, when diagnosed early, all types of skin cancer can be promptly treated and often easily cured. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month... Read More
