Black people can get skin cancer, even though it’s much less common than in white people. This is because higher melanin levels absorb more ultraviolet (UV) rays, which offers some protection. On dark ...

Patients of color should have access to physicians who are sensitive to skin and hair conditions unique to them and know how to treat them, said dermatologist Susan Taylor. That belief led Taylor to ...

Race and ethnicity influence a person’s skin tone, which affects the appearance of skin cancer. In lighter skin tones, skin cancer may be red, brown, or black. In deeper skin tones, it may be a ...

Summer is the time of year when many people get outside to enjoy warm-weather activities. The warm, sunny weather is perfect for swimming, hiking, picnicking, and socializing outdoors. The heat and ...