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• posted: Aug. 03, 2023
• Skin Cancer

When you are worried about skin cancer, a dermatologist is a medical professional you should visit. Dr. William Applegarth of Applegarth Dermatology serving the areas of La Porte, and Valparaiso, Read More

• posted: May 12, 2023
• Skin Cancer,  Moles

When it comes to your skin, it’s important that you’re taking precautions to keep it safe, healthy, and protected from issues like skin cancer. With skin cancer, the most important Read More

• posted: Apr. 05, 2023
• Skin Cancer,  Skin Cancer Prevention

It feels great to be out in the sun. Unfortunately, while you are enjoying yourself, the sun is damaging your skin. Excessive sun exposure can lead to skin cancer. There Read More

• posted: Jul. 13, 2022
• Skin Cancer

According to the CDC, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the US. If you need to have your body checked for skin cancer in Valparaiso and La Read More

• posted: Apr. 07, 2022
• Skin Cancer,  Skin Cancer Prevention

Protect your skin against cancer and spot early warning signs. Skin cancer remains one of the most prevalent cancers in the US; however, one of the biggest causes of skin cancer Read More

• posted: Feb. 17, 2022
• Skin Cancer

Your skin is the largest organ in your body and it’s important that you do everything you can to keep it healthy and free of issues. Skin cancer is one Read More

• posted: Oct. 21, 2020
• Skin Cancer

Did you know that skin cancer is the most common malignancy among American adults? The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) cites statistics to prove it. At Applegarth Dermatology in Valparaiso, Read More

• posted: Apr. 28, 2020
• Skin Cancer

With the warmer months just around the corner you may be getting ready to plan some fun in the sun. The summertime always finds children spending hours outside playing, as Read More

• posted: Oct. 29, 2019
• Skin Cancer

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. In fact, every year, over three million Americans are diagnosed Read More

• posted: Aug. 15, 2019
• Skin Protection,  Skin Cancer

Too much exposure to sunlight can be harmful to your skin. Dangerous ultraviolet B (UVB) and ultraviolet A (UVA) rays damage skin, which leads to premature wrinkles, skin cancer and Read More

• posted: Aug. 24, 2018
• Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is reported to be the most common type of cancer affecting Americans. In fact, one out of every five adults is expected to develop skin cancer at some Read More

• posted: Oct. 02, 2017
• Skin Protection,  Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is one the most common of all cancer types, which occurs when malignant cells are found in the outer layers of your skin. More than 2 million people Read More

• posted: Sep. 08, 2017
• Skin Protection,  Skin Cancer

Too much exposure to sunlight can be harmful to your skin. Dangerous ultraviolet B (UVB) and ultraviolet A (UVA) rays damage skin, which leads to premature wrinkles, skin cancer and Read More