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May is Melanoma Awareness Month

As melanoma is the fastest growing and most lethal form of skin cancer, it's important to know these relevant facts and be familiar with simple ways to protect yourself.

FACTS: Melanoma Research Foundation – www.melanoma.org

· Every hour of every day someone in the United States dies from melanoma

· Melanoma is one of the fastest growing cancers in the United States and World Wide

· Most melanoma is curable in the early stages with an over 90% survival rate

· Most causes of melanoma are caused by exposure to UV light and sunlight.

Dr. Leonard Farber, founder of the Farber Center in NYC says to know your ABC’s. Danger signs of malignant melanomas:

A: Asymmetry (uneven shape)

B: Border (irregular or jagged)

C: Color (varied- often mixed black, brown, tan or any change in color)

D: Diameter (large size (¼ inch or 6mm, typically the size of a pencil eraser)

E: Evolving- moles that change in size, shape, color, or elevation

Carefully examine your skin once a month and see a dermatologist if you notice any changes. If melanoma runs in your family, make sure all of your family members are checked regularly by a dermatologist once or twice a year. Protect yourself from UV radiation by practicing safe sun habits:

• Avoid the sun during the peak hours (generally 10AM - 4PM)
• Use sunscreen daily. Sunscreen should contain elements which block both UVA and UVB rays and should have an SPF of at least 30. Sunscreen should be reapplied every two hours and after sweating or swimming. Do not use a sunscreen to spend more time in the sun.
• Wear protective clothing if you are going to be exposed to a lot of sun (or you are particularly sun sensitive). Wear a wide brimmed hat, long sleeved shirts/pants, and sunglasses.
• Avoid tanning salons. Exposure to tanning salons increases your risk of melanoma.

More on Melanoma Month to come...stay tuned!