Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, one in five Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70.

With extreme temperatures hitting much of the U.S., it’s important to be extra vigilant about protecting your skin. 

The George Washington University has experts available who can offer insight on protecting your skin from sun rays, the best sunscreen to use and the importance of keeping your skin hydrated. If you would like to schedule an interview, please contact Katelyn Deckelbaum, katelyn.deckelbaum@gwu.edu.

Vishal Patel is an associate professor of dermatology at the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences and the director of the Cutaneous Oncology Program at the GW Cancer Center.Adam Friedman is the chair of dermatology at the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

Pooja Sodha, is the director for the center for laser and cosmetic dermatology at GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Newswise/SP