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Dramatic improvements in laser removal treatments over the past decade have given dermatologists and surgeons greater ability to lighten or even fully remove these intrusive birthmarks.

Port-wine stain masters

Beckman Laser Institute clinic leads the way in research, treatment of vascular birthmarks

Saving your skin

Stopping cancer before it starts

The Melanoma Center at UC Irvine's Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center has launched a new program to monitor people at high risk for dermatological cancer.

soaking in ultraviolet rays

Dark side of the sun

UC Irvine skin disorder specialist Dr. Janellen Smith stresses that people - especially those in sun-worshipping Southern California - should be aware of the health risks associated with prolonged sun exposure and take proper precautions.