Skin Cancer Month
It’s hard to avoid the Florida sunshine, but health experts warn everyone to limit sun exposure.
That’s because skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States with more than a million people diagnosed annually.
Tallahassee resident, Susanne Murphy noticed a lesion on her arm, and immediately went to her dermatologist where she learned she had melanoma.
Doctors say they are seeing more cases like Murphy’s. This form of skin cancer kills 8,000 people a year.
Susanne Murphy said, “Early detection is critical and early treatment is critical, if anybody has a suspicious lesion or spot on their body, immediately go to a dermatologist, it could save your life.”
Doctors say people can take precautions to avoid many skin cancers including:
-applying daily moisturizer with SPF 30 or higher
-cover up with clothing including a hat
-and wear UV-blocking sunglasses
-avoiding peak sun times
Source : www.wctv.tv
