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Jennifer Gill, M.D., Ph.D.

Melanoma is rare in Black patients, but soles of feet are hot spots, study shows

Melanoma is rare in Black patients, but soles of feet are hot spots, study shows

Melanoma is rare in Black patients, but when it happens, it often arises on the soles of the feet and palms of the hands – areas not often exposed to the sun. See our latest data in this week’s MedBlog.

Jennifer Gill, M.D., Ph.D.

February 27, 2024

The not-so-friendly skies? Why pilots and flight attendants have a higher risk of skin cancer

The not-so-friendly skies? Why pilots and flight attendants have a higher risk of skin cancer

Studies have shown that pilots and flight attendants are at a greater risk for skin cancer, but much is still unknown about why. Jennifer G. Gill, M.D., PhD, breaks down potential factors, as well as other occupations and hobbies that pose an increased risk.

Jennifer Gill, M.D., Ph.D.

July 10, 2019

5 myths about skin cancer prevention – and some truths

5 myths about skin cancer prevention – and some truths

Is sunscreen enough to prevent skin cancer? Is our skin protected behind window glass? In this week’s blog, Jennifer Gill, M.D., Ph.D., clears up five misconceptions about skin cancer prevention, and then offers up some truths.

Jennifer Gill, M.D., Ph.D.

August 8, 2018