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May: Skin Cancer Awareness Month – Focus on Feet and Lower Legs

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, emphasizing the importance of skin health in overlooked areas like the feet and lower legs, which are vulnerable to sun exposure. Skin cancer, including types such as Melanoma, Basal Cell Carcinoma, and Squamous Cell Carcinoma, necessitates early detection through regular healthcare examinations by podiatrists. Podiatrists are essential in identifying skin issues on lower extremities, enabling early intervention. To mitigate skin cancer risk, individuals should conduct regular self-examinations, apply sunscreen, wear protective footwear, and schedule routine check-ups with dermatologists and podiatrists, making May a vital time to focus on foot and lower leg skin health.

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April is Foot Health Awareness Month: Step Up for Healthy Feet!

April is recognized as Foot Health Awareness Month! During this important and informative time, take a moment to check out these valuable tips that can help you ensure you have healthy, strong, and well-cared-for feet. Your feet play a crucial role in your overall health and mobility, so it's essential to pay them the attention they deserve.

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START OFF ON THE RIGHT FOOT: DON’T LET PAIN STOP YOUR NEW YEAR’S FITNESS RESOLUTION 

Did you make a New Year’s resolution to start an exercise program or new sport to improve your health?  While starting a new exercise program is a great way to help with weight loss or improve cardiovascular health, it also puts new pressure on your feet which can lead to sports injuries…unless you follow these three important tips for safely exercising! 

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Why Kids Need a Midyear Foot Exam

Did you buy your kids shoes for back-to-school? And did you think that you were done with worrying about their feet until summer vacation? Well, think again! Kids’ feet grow quickly—in fact, in the six months since school started, they could have grown as much as two shoe sizes!

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Celebrate The Holidays With Happy Feet

The holidays are a mad, wonderful rush of shopping, gatherings and celebrations. Want to enjoy all the festivities, without any foot pain? Check out our Westfield podiatrist’s rules for keep your feet happy and healthy this holiday season. 

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