The Skin Cancer Foundation
07/17/2026
📅 July 17 is National Tattoo Day.
Curious if tattoos can increase your risk of skin cancer? Our experts, Ariel Ostad, MD and Deborah S. Sarnoff, MD, reveal that while tattoos don’t inherently raise cancer risk, they can obscure important signs. Always place tattoos away from moles and keep an eye on any changes.
Read our article on tattoos to learn more:
https://www.skincancer.org/blog/ask-the-expert-can-a-tattoo-increase-skin-cancer-risk/
Skin cancer and sunscreen myths are harmful to your health.
The actual facts:
-Sunscreen use has NOT been shown to cause cancer in humans in any peer reviewed study.
-What is proven to cause skin cancer? UV radiation from the sun and tanning beds.
Don’t believe everything you see online. Make sure the information you are getting is factual and science-based.
Expose the truth, not your skin.
Learn more at SkinCancer.org/truth
07/06/2026
Don't forget to check your skin regularly! It's crucial to inspect your skin once a month for any new, changing, or unusual spots. Early detection can save your life. Learn more about self-exams:
https://www.skincancer.org/early-detection/self-exams/
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