We save and improve lives by empowering people to take a proactive approach to daily sun protection and the early detection and treatment of skin cancer.The Skin Cancer Foundation saves and improves lives. We empower people to take a proactive approach to daily sun protection and the early detection and treatment of skin cancer.

Core values

- The website provides crucial information about skin cancer, the most common cancer in the U.S., which affects a significant portion of the population (1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by age 70)[4].
- It highlights the economic burden of skin cancer, with annual treatment costs estimated at $8.1 billion, and emphasizes the need for prevention and early detection[4].
- By educating the public about skin cancer prevention, such as reducing UV exposure and using sun protection, it helps in preventing sunburns, premature skin aging, and skin cancer, thereby improving quality of life[2][4].
- The website promotes sun safety habits and discourages indoor tanning, which are critical for reducing the incidence of skin cancer. This aligns with broader public health goals to reduce skin cancer rates[1][2].
- By raising awareness and providing resources, it supports community efforts to implement skin cancer prevention programs, which can lead to better health outcomes and reduced healthcare costs[1][2].