Get expert insights into the care and treatment of your skin, hair, and nails for a lifetime of healthy habits.
It's important to take precautions when using stick and spray sunscreens to ensure the best protection for you and your family. Follow these tips from board-certified dermatologists to safely and adequately apply stick and spray sunscreens.
Learn why it's important to see a board-certified dermatologist and how to find one near you!
Support skin cancer education and prevention with a fundraising hike. All hikers must raise and/or donate $10,000 and then trek through the back country of Alaska. Sign up now!
When caught early, skin cancer is highly treatable. Use this interactive map tool to help find a free SPOTme® Skin Cancer Screening near you.
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A world without skin cancer is an achievable goal and the American Academy of Dermatology is committed to reducing the incidence of and mortality from skin cancer. Public education is the key. By educating the public about how to reduce their risk of skin cancer and how to spot skin cancer, we can help change behaviors and ultimately save lives.
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Find expert insight from doctors who specialize in treating skin, hair, and nails.
Dermatologists' tips that can help you keep your skin, hair, and nails looking their best.
Did you know there are thousands of things to learn about the skin you're in? Check out fun activities for kids to help them learn about skin diseases and to care for their skin, hair, and nails.
The Academy produces this video library to demonstrate dermatologist-recommended tips you can use to properly care for your skin, hair, and nails.
10 reasons your face is red
10 skin care habits that can worsen acne
10 things to know before having laser treatment for your scar
10 things to try when acne won’t clear
10 tips for clearing acne in skin of color
2 FDA-approved medications increase treatment options for eczema
5 signs your child’s mole needs to be checked
5 ways to help your teenager survive acne
6 rosacea skin care tips dermatologists give their patients
7 nail-care tips that can reduce nail psoriasis
If you depend on coupons from your drug maker to pay for costly medication, you may have sticker shock later this year. Find out why coverage is declining and what you can do if the amount you pay for a medication skyrockets. Download this infographic to learn about "copay accumulator" policies being added to health plans.