Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay revealed over the holiday weekend that he underwent surgery to remove basal cell carcinoma from his jawline. At 58, Ramsay is now joining a growing list of public figures speaking candidly about skin cancer.
With more than 1.5 million cases of skin cancer diagnosed globally in 2022, Ramsay’s news shines a spotlight on the life-saving importance of sunscreen—at a time when misinformation about sun safety continues to spread across social media.
Dermatologists emphasize that both chemical and mineral sunscreens remain among the most effective ways to prevent skin cancer, regardless of age, gender, or skin tone.
The George Washington University has experts available who can address common myths and misinformation about sunscreen and share practical, evidence-based tips for year-round skin protection.I f you would like to schedule an interview, please contact Katelyn Deckelbaum, katelyn [dot] deckelbaum
gwu [dot] edu (katelyn[dot]deckelbaum[at]gwu[dot]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.
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