AIM at Skin Cancer Foundation

09/30/2026

What is a skin biopsy, and why might your healthcare provider recommend one?

In this month’s Question of the Month, Krista Rubin, NP, AIM at Skin Cancer’s Ask a Skin Cancer Nurse, explains what a skin biopsy is and how it helps healthcare providers learn more about a suspicious or concerning area of skin.

Question of the Month is a short video series from AIM at Skin Cancer featuring questions commonly asked by skin cancer patients and caregivers. Each month, Krista answers one question in under three minutes, providing clear, straightforward information to help patients better understand their diagnosis, treatment, and care.

Have a question you’d like Krista to answer? Submit it through AIM at Skin Cancer’s Ask a Skin Cancer Nurse service, and your question could become a future Question of the Month.

Learn more about skin cancer and find resources for patients and caregivers at AIM at Skin Cancer.

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This video is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace individualized medical advice. Talk with your healthcare provider about questions or concerns related to your health and care.

What is a skin biopsy, and why might your healthcare provider recom...

09/23/2026

What does "low-risk BCC" actually mean? And when does BCC become advanced? Our new animated video walks through the three stages of basal cell carcinoma — what puts a BCC in the high-risk category, and when the cancer spreads deeper. Watch:

Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common type of skin cancer. ...

09/20/2026

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States — more than 5 million new cases are diagnosed each year, more than all other cancers combined. And basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common type of skin cancer.

The good news: BCC is highly treatable when it’s found early. The key is knowing what to look for, understanding what a diagnosis means, and acting on changes in your skin promptly.

That’s why we created a new three-part animated video series on basal cell carcinoma. In about five minutes total, the series covers what BCC is, the warning signs to watch for, how it’s staged, and what comes next. Watch all three here, or share them with someone who needs to see them.

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States — more than 5 million new cases are diagnosed each year, more than all other cancers combined. And basal cell carcinoma (BCC)…

09/17/2026

A new FDA approval expands treatment options for superficial basal cell carcinoma (BCC).

Ameluz topical gel, used with red light photodynamic therapy (PDT), is the first FDA-approved photodynamic therapy to treat a skin cancer. It offers a nonsurgical option for this specific type of BCC.

What does the approval mean for patients? Our latest blog explains the treatment, the study results, and what to discuss with your dermatologist.

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride 10% topical gel (Ameluz), used together with red light photodynamic therapy (PDT), for the treatment of superficial basal cell carcinoma (BCC) in adults. It’s…

09/16/2026

BCC is the most common type of skin cancer. Do you know the warning signs? Sores that don't heal, scaly patches, shiny bumps — our new animated video shows you what to look for and when to see a provider.

Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common type of skin cancer. ...

09/12/2026

This webinar addresses visible scarring, unexpected surgical outcomes, chronic skin damage and the emotional effects patients can experience after skin cancer surgery.

For some patients, surgery can change how they look—and how they feel about what they see in the mirror.

Scarring, changes to a highly visible area of the body, an unexpected surgical outcome, or undergoing repeated procedures can have an emotional impact that isn't always talked about as part of skin cancer care.

In Psychological Impacts from Skin Cancer Surgery, Krista Rubin speaks with dermatologic surgeon Dr. Oliver Wisco about the surgical process, visible scarring, chronic skin damage and the psychological effects patients may experience.

Because successful treatment doesn't mean the emotional impact of the experience simply disappears.

Watch the full conversation: https://youtube.com/live/YDo8-0ur31U

09/11/2026

If you're being treated for cancer, you may wonder whether you should keep exercising—or whether you should be resting instead.

There isn't one exercise plan that's right for everyone. The type and amount of physical activity that may be appropriate can depend on your treatment, overall health, symptoms, and other individual factors.

In Movement and Exercise During Cancer Treatment, Kathryn H. Schmitz, PhD, MPH, discusses exercise for people undergoing cancer treatment and the role movement can play during and after treatment.

If you've wondered what being physically active during cancer treatment might look like, this is a helpful place to begin—and a conversation to continue with your healthcare team.

Watch the full webinar:

In this enlightening webinar, discover the advantages of incorporat...

09/10/2026

How is basal cell carcinoma (BCC) treated? Treatment depends on several factors, including the size and location of the cancer, the type of BCC, and a patient’s individual circumstances.

In this video, learn about the different treatment options for basal cell carcinoma, how doctors determine which treatment may be appropriate, and what patients can expect when discussing treatment with their healthcare team.

Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer. When detected and treated early, most BCCs can be successfully treated.

If you have been diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma, talk with your healthcare team about your diagnosis and the treatment options that may be appropriate for you.

How is basal cell carcinoma (BCC) treated? Treatment depends on sev...

09/09/2026

YOU’VE BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH SKIN CANCER.
WHAT SHOULD YOU ASK NEXT?

A skin cancer diagnosis can come with a lot of information—and a lot of questions you may not think to ask until after the appointment is over.

What type of skin cancer do I have?

Do I need additional testing?

What are my treatment options?

Who will be involved in my care?

What should I expect after treatment?

Understanding your diagnosis can help you take a more active role in conversations with your healthcare team.

Our Living With Skin Cancer Symposium with Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center brings skin cancer experts together to help patients and caregivers better understand diagnosis, treatment and care.

Watch the full symposium:

About Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center :When facing a cancer diagn...

09/05/2026

ARE CLINICAL TRIALS ONLY A LAST RESORT?

Clinical trials are sometimes thought of as something to consider only when every other treatment has stopped working.

But that isn’t always the case.

Clinical trials are how new approaches to treating skin cancer are studied, and depending on the diagnosis and individual circumstances, a clinical trial may become part of the treatment conversation at different points in a patient’s care.

If you have basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, or Merkel cell carcinoma, knowing what questions to ask about clinical trials can help you have a more informed conversation with your healthcare team.

Join us for an insightful evening dedicated to the latest advanceme...