How can I learn more about basal and squamous cell skin cancer?

From your American Cancer Society

The following information may also be helpful to you. These materials may be ordered from our toll-free number, 1-800-227-2345.

Skin Cancer: Basal and Squamous Cell Detailed Guide (also in Spanish)

A Parent’s Guide to Skin Protection (also in Spanish)

After Diagnosis: A Guide for Patients and Families (also in Spanish)

Clinical Trials: What You Need to Know

Lasers in Cancer Treatment

Photodynamic Therapy

Skin Cancer Prevention and Early Detection

Sun Basics: Skin Protection Made Simple (information for children age 8 to 14)

Understanding Cancer Surgery: A Guide for Patients and Families (also in Spanish)

Understanding Chemotherapy: A Guide for Patients and Their Families (also in Spanish)

Understanding Radiation Therapy: A Guide for Patients and Their Families (also in Spanish)

National organizations and Web sites*

Along with the American Cancer Society, other sources of information and support include:

American Academy of Dermatology
Toll-free number: 1-888-462-3376 (1-888-462-DERM)
Web site: www.aad.org

Environmental Protection Agency
Web site: http://www.epa.gov/sunwise/

National Cancer Institute
Toll-free number: 1-800-422-6237 (1-800-4-CANCER)
Web site: www.cancer.gov

Skin Cancer Foundation
Toll-free number: 1-800-754-6490 (1-800-SKIN-490)
Web site: www.skincancer.org

No matter who you are, we can help. Contact us anytime, day or night, for information and support. Call us at 1-800-227-2345 or visit www.cancer.org.