BRAF mutations can increase cancer risk and guide treatment options. Learn about the gene, testing, what positive results mean and how inhibitor drugs work.
KRAS mutations can affect pancreatic, lung, colon and other cancer treatments. Learn how common it is, about testing and what results mean.
MEK inhibitors are a type of targeted therapy that may be used to treat certain types of cancer. Learn how they work and when they may be recommended.
Surgery is the most common skin cancer treatment. Learn about the types of surgeries, what not to do after, the healing process and about skin grafts.
Skin cancer prevention strategies include wearing sunscreen, reducing your sun exposure and avoiding tanning beds. Learn how to prevent this disease.
Exposure to UV rays may increase skin cancer risk over time. Learn what ultraviolet radiation is, how it damages skin and more.
The ABCDE of skin cancer rule means you evaluate asymmetry, border, color, diameter and whether a skin change is evolving. Learn what to look for.