sun smart nevada
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…
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…
The Importance of Sunglasses: More Than Just a Fashion Statement
10.16.2024
Sunglasses have long been associated with style and glamour, but their importance goes far beyond mere fashion. These essential accessories play a…
UNLV Med Student Hosts Sunscreen Drive
09.26.2024
Emily Ames is a medical student at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine. During her summer vacation, she decided to…
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,…
Doctors, volunteers, and Reno Aces team for ‘Biggest Little Skin Cancer Screening’ May 7 at Greater Nevada Field
04.16.2024
FREE Skin Checks Offered on First-come, First-served Basis
Local dermatologist Dr. Whitney Hovenic is on a crusade to help as many Nevadans as…
2024 Skin Cancer Awareness Resources
03.29.2024
Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S., with thousands of cases of squamous cell, basal cell and melanoma -- the deadliest…
Join the Sun Smart Nevada Town Hall
10.18.2023
In the eight years since the launch of Sun Smart Nevada we’ve done a lot! We launched a program in the schools to educate Nevada’s youth and…
Skin cancer continues to be most common cancer in Nevada, U.S.
05.01.2023
More people are diagnosed with skin cancer each year in Nevada than all other cancers combined, according to the American Cancer Society. This year…
Success Story: Dermatology Students Embrace Sun Smart Initiatives to Expand Program Reach
04.19.2023
NCC has been working with medical students from University of Nevada's Las Vegas and Reno campuses for a number of years, especially when it comes…