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Is It a Mole or a Birthmark? Here’s Why You Should Know the Difference

Birthmarks and moles are types of skin markings that are mostly harmless. But because moles may rarely turn into skin cancer (melanoma), it's important to be able to tell these skin issues apart. A ...
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Signs There are Moles in Your Yard (and How to Get Rid of Them)

Because they live underground most of their lives, moles have poor eyesight. But they aren’t blind. They’re good at detecting light, which helps them know the time of day and seasons of the year. Plus ...
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Skin Moles: What Are They And When Should You Get Them Checked?

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...
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What’s the difference between freckles, sunspots and moles?

You’ve got a new brown spot on your face, but is it a freckle or a sunspot? Or perhaps you’ve found a spot on your back that looks like a mole but is flatter than your other ones – is it a mole or a ...