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New toolkit helps communities host skin cancer screening events
03.10.2026
Sun Smart Nevada, a program of Nevada Cancer Coalition, has released a new resource designed to make it easier for communities across the state to…
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Skin Cancer Screening Event Toolkit
03.10.2026
Considering hosting a skin cancer screening event in your community? Nevada Cancer Coalition's Sun Smart Nevada program has hosted several and…
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What the FDA’s bemotrizinol proposal means for Nevada
12.23.2025
Nevada’s sun-soaked skies are part of what makes our state beautiful — and what makes sun protection essential. That’s why the recent move by the U.…
junior lifeguards at a city of Reno pool
Sun Smart pools program shows promise in boosting sun safety awareness among junior lifeguards
11.12.2025
A new evaluation of the Sun Smart Nevada program at community pools found that even a brief educational session can improve young lifeguards’…
A woman outside at a beach applying sunscreen to her cheeks.
Let’s Talk Sunscreen: Why are influencers crazy for Korean SPF?
09.08.2025
Skincare and beauty influencers are TikTok have raved about Beauty of Joseon sunscreen and other Korean and European brands for their effectiveness…
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July is UV Safety Month: Be Sun Smart Nevada!
07.15.2025
Every summer, Nevadans embrace our beautiful outdoors—the parks, pools, lakes, and mountain trails. But July isn’t just about fun in the sun—it’s…
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The Biggest Little Skin Cancer Screening Returns May 7
03.11.2025
Sunshine is a way of life in Nevada, but with more than 300 days of sun each year, skin cancer is a serious concern. That’s why Dr. Whitney Hovenic…
woman wearing a wide brimmed hat in the fall sun
Fall into Sun Safety: Why Wide-Brimmed Hats and Sunscreen Are Autumn Essentials
11.04.2024
As the leaves begin to change and temperatures cool, it's easy to forget about sun protection. However, fall sun safety remains important for…
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Success Story: Community Skin Check Clinic
07.18.2024
Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S. It’s estimated that 840 people in Nevada will be diagnosed with melanoma in 2024,…
Cell Series Cancer Education Lunch & Learn
CELL Series: Skin Cancer Early Detection
04.25.2024