The Representation of Skin Tones in Google Images of Skin Cancers.

ABSTRACT

Skin self-examinations play a vital role in skin cancer detection and are often aided by online resources. Available reference photos must display the full spectrum of skin tones so patients may visualize how skin lesions can appear. This study investigated the portrayal of skin tones in skin cancer-related Google Images, discovering a significant underrepresentation of darker skin tones. J Drugs Dermatol. 2024;23(5)e132-e133.     doi10.36849/JDD.7886e.