Today is always the perfect day to get a refresher on your risk of skin cancer and how to spot it as early as possible. Read: Rates of pancreatic cancer are rising Of course, sun exposure plays a ...

It can be alarming to see a new spot appear on your skin, especially if it's rapidly growing. Here's what experts need you to know.

For years, medical advice on sun exposure has remained largely consistent: limit direct sunlight, apply sunscreen liberally, and wear protective clothing to minimize the risk of skin cancer.