Cindy Petersen received a successful kidney and liver transplant from Nebraska Medicine three years ago. Transplant patients face an over 70% higher skin cancer risk. Cindy has had an estimated 30 skin cancers treated, despite her rural location.

Question: Are people with skin of color less likely to get skin cancer than those with fairer skin because they have more melanin? Answer from Vanessa Voss, MD, dermatologist.

Organ transplant patients must remain on immunosuppressive drugs for the rest of their lives to prevent rejection of the new organ. This can increase their risk for infections and skin cancer.

Question: Does sunscreen included in makeup like foundation and powder really protect you from the sun enough to skip daily sunscreen application? Answer from board-certified dermatologist Vanessa Voss, MD.