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Mallory Griffin

Mallory Griffin, RN, OCN, is a clinic nurse at a skin cancer screening center in Des Moines, Iowa, where she assists with full-body exams and leads community sun-safety talks on weekends. She spent years in outpatient dermatology and surgical oncology after graduating from the University of New Hampshire.

Is Getting New Freckles Normal or a Warning Sign?
Can Moles Fall Off? Reasons Why and When to Worry
What Is a Nevus? Types, Risks, and When to See a Doctor
Why Do I Get More Moles as I Age?
What Color Are Moles: Normal Hues and When to Worry
Why Did My Mole Scab Over? Causes and When to Worry
What Is an Atypical Nevus and When Is It a Concern?
Are Moles on Ears Common and What Do They Mean?
What Does a Mole Burning Sensation Mean?
What Is a Nevus? Types, Causes, and When to Worry
Why Does My Mole Have a White Ring Around It?
Do Black People Get Moles? Appearance & What to Look For
What Causes Moles on Your Face and When to Worry
Can You Get Moles on Your Private Parts?
Can Moles Get Irritated? When to Worry
What Is a Compound Nevus & Should You Be Concerned?
Why Am I Getting Moles All of a Sudden?
Why Do I Have So Many Moles and Should I Worry?
Are Black Freckles Bad? How to Spot a Dangerous One
Can Birthmarks Be Cancerous? Risks and Warning Signs
Why Am I Getting Red Moles on My Body?
What Color Is a Mole? Normal and Concerning Colors
Is It Normal to Have Moles Under Your Breasts?
What Happens If a Mole Falls Off and What to Do
Is a Purple Mole Normal? When You Should Be Concerned
What Does Skin Look Like After Fluorouracil Treatment?
What Does a White Mole Mean? Causes and When to Worry
What Does a Mole Look Like When It First Appears?
What Does a Mole Look Like When It First Starts?
How Do Skin Moles Form? Causes, Types and Risks