Warmer weather calls us to the great outdoors for fishing, swimming, gardening, and going on runs or walks. Protecting our skin while soaking in a little sunshine and Vitamin D is important and can help prevent skin cancer.
May is Skin Cancer/Melanoma Awareness Month. The John B. Amos Cancer Center is partnering with Southeast Dermatology Specialists to host a free skin cancer screening. The screenings will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Friday, May 8, at the cancer center’s June Wright Conference Room, 710 Center Street.
Have you noticed an unusual mole or spot on your body? It’s important to keep an eye on any changes in your skin because that is the most common sign of skin cancer. Don’t wait until it’s too late, get checked by a dermatology provider because early detection is key. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States with over 5 million cases diagnosed in the United States each year. However, it is one of the most preventable forms of cancer.
Outdoor activities can lead to many types of skin cancer. Sunscreen is vital to prevent one of the most prevalent types of cancer.
The most common skin cancers are basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. While these are the most common, they often can be cured. The most dangerous form of skin cancer is melanoma. It is more likely to spread, making it harder to cure.
You can reduce your risk of skin cancer by covering your skin with clothes, hats, or sunscreen to protect it from the sun.
No reservations are needed for the free screening, just walk in and get a spot check performed. Contact John B. Amos Cancer Center Oncology Outreach Coordinator Tenetta Holt at 706-320-8700 or email [email protected]
