Derick Dermatology - Near USF

03/27/2026

Spring has sprung and so have the UV rays! 🌸☀️ As you enjoy the longer days and blooming flowers, don’t forget to protect your skin with SPF, shade and sun-safe habits. Your future self will thank you! ⁠
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03/20/2026

03/10/2026

Happy International Women's Day! 💖

Thankful for all women everywhere, and to our amazing Derick Dermatology providers who dedicate themselves to giving our patients the care they deserve. You are appreciated!

02/27/2026

Your skin type is a major factor in your risk for skin cancer, including melanoma. And while it’s true that people with pale skin are more at risk for skin cancer, UV exposure can raise skin cancer risk even if you tan and don’t burn. That’s why it makes sense to know the skin you’re in.

There are six types of skin, ranging from very light (type 1) to very dark (type 6), according to the scientific classification known as Fitzpatrick skin typing.

Take our quiz to learn your skin type and how to better protect your skin.

https://www.skincancer.org/risk-factors/skin-type/

02/17/2026

If you think sun exposure and “harmless” UV rays can’t cause serious skin damage, it’s time to learn the facts. About 90 percent of nonmelanoma skin cancers and 86 percent of melanomas are linked to UV radiation from the sun.

Protect your skin every day, regardless of the weather with UPF clothing, sunscreen, protective accessories and sunglasses.

02/13/2026

We put together 5 ways you can keep your pout protected and stylish all year round. ⁠
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From SPF lip balms to hydration hacks, maintaining healthy lips can happen even in the winter. ⁠https://www.skincancer.org/blog/5-tips-for-your-lips/⁠
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01/23/2026

UV radiation is part of the natural energy produced by the sun. On the electromagnetic spectrum, UV light has shorter wavelengths than visible light, so your eyes can’t see UV, but your skin can feel it. Tanning beds also emit UV radiation. UV radiation is a proven human carcinogen.

Two types of UV light are proven to contribute to the risk for skin cancer:
* Ultraviolet A (UVA) has a longer wavelength. It is mainly associated with tanning and skin aging but can also lead to sunburn.
* Ultraviolet B (UVB) has a shorter wavelength. It is mainly associated with sunburn.�

While UVA and UVB rays differ in how they affect the skin, they both do harm. Unprotected exposure to UVA and UVB damages the DNA in skin cells, producing genetic defects, or mutations, that can lead to skin cancer and premature aging. UV rays can also cause eye damage, including cataracts and eyelid cancers.

Learn more about UV radiation: https://www.skincancer.org/risk-factors/uv-radiation/

01/16/2026

Skin cancer can happen to anyone, at any age, on any part of the body. And because skin cancers appear in many shapes and sizes, they can be challenging to identify.

While skin cancer pictures can be helpful in learning what skin cancer can look like, getting to know your own skin and understanding what to look for can help you detect cancer early when it’s easiest to cure.

To explore our skin cancer pictures page, visit: SkinCancer.org/pictures

12/05/2025

Helande products are available at all Derick Dermatology offices or online at www.helande.com