A biopsy has confirmed that President Joe Biden had basal cell carcinoma; doctors say the cancerous tissue was removed. Here's what you need to know about this common form of skin cancer.

Basal cell carcinoma is a type of skin cancer that originates from the basal cells, which are cells within the skin that produce “new skin cells as old ones die off,” according to Mayo Clinic.

NASCAR is partnering with Regeneron to educate people on the two most common forms of advanced non-melanoma skin cancer.

Biden’s lesion — located on his chest — was removed as part of his comprehensive health assessment, the White House said.The lesion was later biopsied and confirmed to be basal cell carcinoma.

Basal cell carcinomas grow very slowly and are rarely associated with complications. It’s unlikely for them to metastasize or become aggressive. “Something like 0.03% would have metastasis ...

First lady Jill Biden has been diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma following the removal of at least two cancerous skin lesions.. Biden had three lesions removed during surgery at Walter Reed ...

Basal cell carcinoma is typically found in areas exposed to the sun, such as the head, neck, and arms. Nearly 90 percent of basal cell carcinomas occur on the face. (2) It’s a common cancer, and ...

Dermatologist explains the dangers of basal cell carcinoma, what to look out for 02:07. NEW YORK — Friday is Stand Up To Cancer Day, and Gov. Kathy Hochul is reminding everyone to get checked ...

Basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma are the two most common types of non-melanoma skin cancer. These cancers begin in different layers of the skin. Squamous cell carcinoma starts in ...

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's skin-cancer removal treatment Friday underscored the importance of preventive screening protecting yourself from the sun. The 66-year-old governor announced a day ...

Basal cell carcinomas, the most common form of skin cancer, occur in chronically sun-exposed areas such as the face. Locally advanced tumors in particular can be difficult to treat surgically. A ...