Next Lecture:
Caring for the Skin You’re In
Burns, Sunburns and Skin Cancer
July 15, 2026
Your skin is your body's largest organ and first line of defense. Preventing burns, protecting yourself from UV exposure, and recognizing early warning signs of skin cancer can help maintain healthy skin throughout life.
Topics to cover:
- Understanding Burns
- Types of burns
- Degrees of burn
- What happens during a sunburn
- Skin Cancer Risk
- Why skin cancer matters
- Common types
- Risk factors
- Protecting your skin