Don’t Let Skin Cancer Sneak Up on You This Fall

As the leaves turn and the pumpkins appear on doorsteps across New Hampshire, it’s easy to think sun protection season is behind us. But here’s a frightful truth: skin cancer doesn’t take a holiday. Even as the days get cooler and shorter, UV exposure continues—and suspicious spots can still emerge or change long after summer has faded.

Why Fall Is the Perfect Time for a Skin Check

• Post-summer reality check: After months of outdoor adventures, your skin has seen plenty of sun. Fall is a smart time to spot new or changing moles early.
• Less sun, better healing: If any suspicious lesions need to be treated, cooler months make recovery easier and more comfortable.
• Peace of mind before the holidays: A quick skin exam means one less thing to worry about during the busy end-of-year season.

Know the “Frightening” Signs of Skin Cancer

Just like spotting a good Halloween costume, there are clues to look out for on your skin. Use the ABCDEs of melanoma as your guide:

• A – Asymmetry: One half doesn’t match the other.
• B – Border: Edges are irregular or blurred.
• C – Color: Multiple shades in one spot.
• D – Diameter: Larger than a pencil eraser.
• E – Evolving: Any change in size, shape, or color.

If a mole or spot gives you a scare—trust your instincts and get it checked.

Tips to Keep Your Skin Safe Beyond Summer

• Keep wearing sunscreen daily (even on cloudy fall days!)
• Use protective clothing when hiking or raking leaves.
• Moisturize to combat dry autumn air.
• Schedule your annual skin cancer screening with a board-certified dermatologist.

Trick or Treat… for Healthy Skin

Don’t let an unexpected “trick” show up on your skin. This fall, give yourself the “treat” of peace of mind with a professional skin exam. At Seacoast Dermatology, our expert dermatology team is here to help detect and treat skin cancers early—when they’re most curable.

🎃 Book your fall skin check today and step into the holiday season feeling confident and protected.