As May and Skin Cancer Awareness Month come to a close, let’s continue to highlight information about this most common type of cancer including risk factors, warning signs, prevention, and early detection throughout the summer and remainder of the year. Over 5 million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed each year and it’s reported that one out of 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by age 70.ⁱ Awareness is particularly important as skin cancer is also one of the most preventable cancers.

The Skin Cancer Foundation shares the following risk factors and prevention strategies:

Melanoma diagnoses have doubled in Michigan over the past 30 yearsⁱⁱ, making prevention and early detection more important than ever. By sharing timely and relevant information with their patients, physicians ensure they receive optimal care. The following organizations provide valuable and easily shareable resources:

·        American Academy of Dermatology Association

·        American Cancer Society

·        Skin Cancer Foundation

·        Melanoma Research Foundation

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