Dermatologists Share their Top Summer Skin Care Tips
Any unprotected sun exposure can have harmful effects on our skin – ranging from wrinkles and uneven skin tone to cancer.
Clare Matschullat
May 19, 2025
Any unprotected sun exposure can have harmful effects on our skin – ranging from wrinkles and uneven skin tone to cancer.
While it’s not something we like to think about, it’s important to consider your digital footprint when working on your will or proactively getting your ducks in a row at any age. Granting access to your digital accounts can provide closure for family and friends, allowing them to manage your online presence and address any necessary tasks.
Navigating cancer is overwhelming—emotionally, physically, and financially. But you’re not alone, and there are incredible resources out there designed to support you through every step of the journey. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or deep into treatment, these free services can make a real difference. Below, we’ve rounded up some of the most helpful cancer resources—covering everything from emotional support and
A cancer diagnosis doesn’t just impact your body—it shifts the ground beneath your feet, affecting your relationships, conversations, and sense of control. One of the hardest parts? Figuring out how to talk about it. Who do you tell? What do you say? How much do you share? And how do you handle the inevitable flood of emotions—from your own and
What often goes unsaid when a parent is diagnosed with cancer is that it can be more difficult, at times, to be the caretaker—the child—than the patient. Ultimately, your parent gets to decide what their cancer journey will look like, what they are willing and unwilling to undergo, and how they feel day in and day out. You, the adult
A cancer diagnosis brings not only physical and emotional challenges but also financial, logistical, and legal complexities. Navigating cancer treatment can feel overwhelming, from understanding insurance coverage to managing time off work and coordinating care. That’s why having a strong support system—whether through medical professionals, financial advisors, loved ones, or a cancer sherpa—is essential. In this guide, we’ll explore the
One of our first instincts upon hearing a friend or family member has cancer is to want to comfort them by sending “something.” That “something,” however, can be hard to find in that we often don’t know what they will want or need throughout their cancer journey. Cancer Sherpa has curated a list of Valentine’s Day gifts for every cancer
We’ll give you the good news first: January has *finally* come to a close, which puts us one month closer to spring. The not-as-good news: February is notorious for bringing along gnarly weather, prolonging – and even intensifying – the symptoms of seasonal affective disorder. If gray days, early sunsets, and frigid temps are getting you down, consult our guide
The holidays are here! With Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza, and the end of the year only days away, now is the perfect time to reflect, recharge, and share support with loved ones who are facing health challenges, caring for others, or on a path to healing. Wherever you are over the next couple of weeks, these mental health and wellness tips,
It’s that time of year again: every first Sunday in November, we set our clocks back an hour for Daylight Saving Time (DST). For most people, that extra 60 minutes of sleep is about the only good thing about it.
We heard from patients and caretakers on what they’d most appreciate as a gift, from hospital essentials to help at home.
The holiday season is a meaningful time to reconnect with family and friends, and while it often brings its own set of challenges with family dynamics and busy schedules, for those facing cancer, these challenges can be even more complex. Whether you’re in the middle of treatment or adjusting to life after a diagnosis, here are a few tips to
There are few phrases I hate more than “Carpe Diem.” When I was diagnosed with cancer as a teenager, a well-meaning, kind family friend gave me a T-shirt with some artistic stick figures dancing in front of what I can best describe as an abstract, stained-glass-ish sunny forest with the words “Carpe Diem” plastered across the chest. I still, decades
Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, but asking the right questions can help you gain clarity and take control of your treatment journey. Here are six essential questions to ask your doctor that can guide you through understanding your diagnosis, exploring treatment options, and finding the best support for your specific needs. 1. What type of cancer do I
Written by Ronny Bachrach July marks Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month. For our community, it’s an important time to educate people that #kidsgetarthritistoo and to bring attention to the challenges of living with an invisible chronic illness. My 5-year-old daughter Sammy has a rare form of systemic arthritis called SJIA. Her immune system becomes overactive, resulting in inflammation of her organs,
Vaping was intended to be created as a healthy alternative to smoking traditional cigarettes. However, nicotine was as, if not more, concentrated in vapes. Vaping is not, and never was, better than smoking.
Observed every year in the last week of April, World Immunization Week aims to raise awareness about the importance of vaccination in protecting people of all ages against preventable diseases (basically, our credo).
How could we resist the sweet and savory flavors of air created by a vape? My name is Nate. I’m a sophomore at Poly Prep High School in Brooklyn, NY, and have been interning at Cancer Sherpa for the past two months.
While there has been a flood of women’s healthcare companies popping up in the last few years, Deborah and Jake saw a need for making the fertility and family-building process not only less opaque but, in Deb’s words, alleviate the “total hell” of finding the right fertility doctor.