Seborrhoeic keratosis is one of the most common benign skin growths found in Canada, affecting the majority of adults as they age. These non-cancerous lesions typically appear on the back, chest, face, scalp, and limbs, and while they may look concerning, they pose no serious health risk. What Causes Seborrhoeic Keratosis and Who Is at […]

Actinic keratosis is a precancerous skin condition caused by years of cumulative sun exposure, appearing as rough, scaly patches most often on the face, hands, forearms, and neck. In Canada, where outdoor recreation is deeply woven into daily life, this condition affects thousands of people every year — yet many don’t recognize the early warning […]

Anal genital warts are small, skin-coloured growths that develop around the anus and genitals, caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) — one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in Canada. These warts spread through direct sexual contact, including vaginal, anal, and sometimes oral sex, and can appear on people of any age or gender. […]

Moles on skin are small, pigmented spots that nearly every Canadian has — most people develop between 10 and 40 over their lifetime. They form when melanocytes, the cells responsible for skin pigment, grow in clusters rather than spreading evenly across the skin. While the vast majority of moles are completely harmless, understanding what they […]