On this Melanoma Monday, we’re reminding you that protecting your skin is a powerful move in your health journey. Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer, but the good news is, it’s often preventable and highly treatable when caught early. A few quick facts to keep in your galaxy of knowledge: • Melanoma can develop anywhere on the body, even areas not exposed to the sun • Early detection has a survival rate of over 99% • Just one blistering sunburn can significantly increase your risk Protect your force field: • Wear SPF 30+ daily (yes, even on cloudy days!) • Avoid peak sun hours when possible • Keep an eye on moles using the ABCDE rule (Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolving) Your health is worth protecting today and every day. Schedule your skin check or to learn more about keeping your skin healthy and glowing all year long!
As we soak up the sunshine this summer, it’s important to remember that our skin needs protection too. Melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer, can develop from too much sun exposure and it doesn’t take a sunburn to do damage. Protect Your Skin: *Use broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) *Reapply every 2 hours—and after swimming or sweating *Wear hats, sunglasses, and protective clothing *Stay in the shade during peak sun hours (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) Know the Signs: Check your skin regularly for any spots or moles that are: *Asymmetrical *Have uneven borders *Change in color, size, or shape *Larger than a pencil eraser *Itching, bleeding, or not healing When in Doubt, Get It Checked Out If something on your skin doesn’t look or feel right, don’t wait, schedule a skin check! Let’s enjoy the summer safely, your skin is worth protecting.
