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Web sites to Assist in Learning about Skin Cancer

Governmental Agencies

http://www.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/wyntk/skin/
In depth information about skin cancer at this site is from the National Cancer Institute. It includes 27 sections describing skin cancer, its symptoms, methods of treatment, etc.

http://www.cdc.gov/communication/campaigns/skin_cancer.htm
Center for Disease Control -- Choose Your Cover
Posters and information for young people are included at this site.

http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/skin/
Center for Disease Control -- National Skin Cancer Prevention Education Program.

http://medlineplus.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/skincancer.html
Provides links to government, agencies, and other resources on skin cancer by category. Includes links to resources in Spanish/Español.
 

Private Organizations

http://www.aad.org/
American Academy of Dermatology offers a variety of publications online to assist in prevention of sun exposure. Titles include: "Facts about Sunscreens," "Going to Summer Camp This Year?" "Sun Savvy Tips for Children of All Ages"

http://www.cancer.org/
American Cancer Society offers a variety of resources and links to other agencies and organizations.

http://www.mayoclinic.com/invoke.cfm?id=DS00190
Mayo Clinic health letter on skin cancer.