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Facts About Melanoma 

  1. Skin Cancer is the second most common form of cancer in the United States, and the numbers are growing more rapidly than any other type of cancer.
  2. The most apparent indicator of skin cancer is a spot or mole on your skin that has altered in color, size, and shape. Reporting any of these warning signs to your doctor is highly recommended.
  3. Melanoma is the most common cancer in women ages 25-32. The sun can damage your skin over many years, but the age of being diagnosed with Melanoma is slipping lower every year.
  4. Approximately one out of 50 Americans will be diagnosed with Melanoma and about 63,000 people each year. 
  5. Melanoma kills one person every 50 minutes and an estimation of 8,000 deaths yearly.
  6. When detected in its early stages, skin cancer or Melanoma has a better chance of being treated and cured. Self examinations as well as yearly skin checks with your doctor can help detect any atypical spots or moles early on.
  7. There has been no significant medical cure for advanced stages of Melanoma.


Facts About Tanning

  1. Using a tanning bed once a month can raise your risk of getting Melanoma by 75%.
  2. Using a tanning bed for around 20 minutes is the same as spending about one to three hours outside with no sun protection. They put out about three to six times more radiation than the sun.
  3. Over exposure in the sun can cause sun burns, which increase the risk of getting Melanoma, premature and wrinkling skin, cataracts, and many other health issues.

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