Happy Met Gala Monday to those who celebrate — but if you’re going out during the daytime, you may want to rethink the “naked dress.” While fashion fans all know the first Monday in May is when stars strut the red carpet at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute Gala, the medical community knows it … Read more
Let’s face it: For many of us, the hardest part of skincare isn’t the routine — it’s the bill. Now, some employers are stepping in with a first-of-its-kind benefit that aims to make preventive skin health and wellness services more accessible. From skin cancer screenings and acne treatments to Botox, facials and medical-grade beauty products, … Read more
Step away from the tanning bed. Despite the numerous health risks — from premature aging to the obvious concern of skin cancer — indoor tanning devices are back in style thanks to Gen Z. But the dangers never went away, including new research that shows one particular side effect is more than skin deep and … Read more
King Charles’ goddaughter, India Hicks, is opening up about her skin cancer diagnosis. The model, 58, revealed her condition in her weekly Substack post on Tuesday. Hicks shared that despite wanting a peaceful week at home, “life, with its own mysterious choreography, shifted the plan.” “The test results from a recent skin-cancer operation came back, and … Read more
Diane Keaton faced multiple health battles before her tragic death at age 79. Keaton, whose cause of death has yet to be confirmed, previously opened up about struggling with cancer and an eating disorder. At age 21, the “Father of the Bride” actress was diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma, a form of skin cancer. Diane … Read more
William Shatner fans can breathe easy. The 94-year-old actor is doing well after allegedly experiencing a medical emergency Wednesday afternoon. “I over indulged. I thank you all for caring but I’m perfectly fine,” the “Star Trek” star wrote on X Thursday alongside a meme joking about his “greatly exaggerated … demise.” William Shatner quelled concerns … Read more
Your daily SPF just got backup in the battle against skin cancer. New research suggests a cheap, over-the-counter supplement may help protect against the disease — with benefits showing up in as little as a month. Better yet, scientists found the vitamin cuts the risk of recurrence by more than half in people who have … Read more
Former President Joe Biden has gone under the knife to remove skin cancer lesions just a few months after revealing his prostate cancer diagnosis. Biden, 82, sparked concern after he was seen with a large scar on his forehead while greeting people in Rehoboth, Delaware, over Labor Day weekend. His spokesperson, Kelly Scully, confirmed that … Read more
Sunbathing is tan-talizing — but it comes at a price. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the US — and one of the most preventable. Overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or tanning beds is the main cause of skin cancer, which kills at least two Americans per hour. As summer … Read more
Brandon Blackstock’s ex-wife, Melissa Ashworth, has paid tribute to her late husband following his death at age 48. The talent manager, who was married to Ashworth from 2001 to 2012, died on Aug. 7 following a yearslong private battle with melanoma, a serious form of skin cancer. “On May 29, 1999 I married the man who would … Read more
“Workhorse” Kelly Clarkson kept going during her ex Brandon Blackstock’s private three-year cancer battle because she had no other choice. The Grammy winner, 43, not only had a syndicated daily talk show to deliver, but she was also gearing up to launch her Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace in July, just weeks before his … Read more
Brandon Blackstock’s daughter, Savannah Blackstock Lee, announced she’s expecting her second child just one month before her father died. The talent manager, who was Kelly Clarkson’s ex-husband, died Thursday following a years-long private battle with melanoma, a serious form of skin cancer. He was 48. His eldest daughter, 23, revealed the news about her impending arrival … Read more
Kelly Clarkson‘s ex-husband, talent manager Brandon Blackstock, has died after a three-year private battle with melanoma. He was 48. “It is with great sadness that we share the news that Brandon Blackstock has passed away,” Blackstock’s management company, Starstruck, said in a statement on Aug. 7, 2025. Brandon Blackstock attends the 25th Annual Critics’ Choice … Read more
It’s high summer and peak sunburn season in the Northern Hemisphere. Statistics show that one-third of adults will experience at least one sunburn this year, with white adults under 30 being the most susceptible. While liberal and vigilant SPF application is the primary way to avoid skin damage — and umbrellas are the latest trend … Read more
A sunburn might not be the only thing you need to worry about this summer. “There’s no such thing as a safe tan,” Krista Rubin, nurse practitioner at Mass General Brigham’s Center for Melanoma, told The Post. “It’s an injury to the skin.” But what about the popular belief that a “base tan” can protect … Read more
Herpes has been called “the gift that keeps on giving” — finally, its presence has come in handy. Roughly two-thirds of the global population has been infected with herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), which typically causes painful and unsightly blisters around the mouth. University of Southern California researchers have found a way to rebrand … Read more
It kept you dry in December — now it might be the secret to surviving July. As temperatures soar, a growing number of Americans are getting hip to what much of the world already knows: Umbrellas aren’t just for rain. “I don’t care how cute my hat is, I don’t care if I have a … Read more
King Albert II of Belgium has kickstarted cancer treatment for the sixth time in 11 years. The 91-year-old former monarch, who abdicated the Belgian throne in 2013, is once again undergoing preventative treatment for skin cancer, the Belgian Royal House confirmed to Dutch outlet Het Laatste Nieuws. The palace confirmed that Albert had the procedure, though did not specify … Read more
Hot dogs won’t be the only ones roasting this Fourth of July weekend. While you’re flipping franks and catching rays, your furry friend might be getting fried — and too much sun can bring some seriously ruff consequences. But don’t sweat it: The Post fetched expert advice from two veterinarians on how to keep your … Read more
It might be tough to face — but that blemish is probably worth getting checked out. A single mom recently posted a PSA on TikTok after a seemingly benign imperfection turned out to be cancer. Rachel, 33, had a pink spot on her forehead that started bleeding one day. A single mom posted a PSA … Read more