Skin Cancer Awareness Month 2015 - May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and we wanted to take
this opportunity to educate our clients on both skin cancer prevention and
detection. This is a subject close to my own heart, as I have several family
members who have skin cancer and I myself have had numerous precancerous moles
removed and now undergo annual checks in hopes of preventing any future issues.
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Skin Cancer Awareness Month 2015 |
Most everyone knows how to prevent
skin cancer, but just in case you need a little refresher course, below are the
main list of items. Please keep in mind that if you have had any sort of skin
cancer or possible cancerous moles removed, you will want to make certain to
follow these basic rules even closer and be even more cautious with your sun
exposure.
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1. LIMIT YOUR SUN EXPOSURE - This is so much easier said than done with Spring already
here and summer fast approaching! However, just remember to protect yourself
and your family to the best of your ability while hanging out in the sun... AND
ABSOLUTELY NO TANNING BEDS OR SUNBURNS!
2. WEAR YOUR SUNBLOCK!! - If you aren't already wearing a daily sunblock or sunscreen, then
you NEED to start today. Not only will this prevent skin cancer, but it will
also help maintain your youthful glow by preventing wrinkles, sun spots, and
sun damage. Remember too, that for proper protection make certain you are
wearing a minimum of an SPF 30.
3. REAPPLY YOUR SUNBLOCK! - This is one that I myself am guilty of not doing enough.
It's so easy to loose track of time when you are hanging out with friends and
family, having a great time, and out in the sun... but we all MUST start
forcing ourselves to reapply every 1-2 hours while in direct sun exposure. This
also goes for water resistant sunblocks as well. Direct exposure (especially
around or in water) will cause your sunblock to stop working, so make certain
you reapply!
4. SPORT A HAT
- I happen to adore this idea since I am very much a "hat girl", but
that extra shade around your face, can definitely be your saving grace. This is
a great idea for your little ones too. My daughter is a bit picky about her
attire, so I took her to the store, gave her a budget, and advised her to pick
out a hat to wear while out in the sun. She loves the new cute hat and MaMa
loves that she's a bit more protected.
5. DRESS ACCORDINGLY - There are several lines of SPF clothing or simply wear longer sleeves,
hats, etc. to take your protection even a step further. Remember, even though
you are covered, you STILL should apply sunblock.
As with any cancer, early detection
is key. Early detection can be the difference between simpler treatment options
versus surgical/radiation/and more evasive treatments and the difference
between life and death. If skin cancer runs in your family then make certain
that you are even more alert and aware of your skin and any changes. Below are
the ABC's... and D of skin cancer detection according to the American Melonoma
Foundation.
A. is for asymmetry. This is referencing to one half of a mole not matching the other half.
To perform this self exam, simply divide the mole down the middle and compare
the two sides.
B. is for border. If your mole has an irregular border, then contact a dermatologist for
professional examination. Most often the border will be notched, uneven, or
even blurred.
C. is for varied color. If your mole isn't all of the same color, or has variations
of darker brown or black, you will want to consult with a dermatologist.
D. is for diameter. If a mole spans more than 6 mm across, it is more likely to be
melanoma.
If you have any additional questions
or need a professional recommendation for the perfect sunblock for you, please
feel free to contact us toll free at 1-800-926-5219. Our courteous and
professional staff is always happy to assist.
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