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Skin Cancer Awareness Month: Let’s Talk Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Support
CANDICE SANDERS Executive Director
Cancer Support Community Central Coast Did you know that May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month? Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States and is also one of the most preventable cancers, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It often begins as an unusual, uncontrolled growth on the skin. Anyone can get skin cancer, but it is more common among people with light or fair skin color. Specific risk factors depend on the type of skin cancer. The most common risk factors include: • Exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet radiation from tanning booths • Frequent blistering sunburns, especially early in life • Having 50 or more moles • A personal history of skin cancer • Possible genetic factors (such as family history or mutations in certain genes) • History of radiation therapy • Exposure to high levels of arsenic With summer just around the corner, your risk of developing skin cancer becomes even higher. While it may be tempting to spend more hours out in the sun, be sure to take necessary measures to protect yourself from harmful rays. Here are five ways you can protect your skin from the sun this summer. Seek Shade The sun’s rays are strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. If you like being outdoors during those hours, find a place out of the sun, like beneath a tree or even a beach umbrella, to protect yourself from the direct sunlight. Cover Up Find clothing that covers up the most sensitive skin areas, like your chest and shoulders. Be sure to include lightweight longsleeved shirts, wide-brimmed hats, and sunglasses in your summer wardrobe. Wear SPF 15+ or higher Apply sunscreen of an SPF
of 15 or higher every day, even if you aren’t going outside often. For days with prolonged outdoor activity, use an SPF of 30 or higher and re-apply every two hours, especially after swimming or sweating. Don’t forget important areas like the backs of your hands and tops of your feet, and wear lip balm that has an SPF as well. Avoid Tanning Beds Indoor tanning can be just as dangerous as tanning in the sun. Tanning beds expose your skin to ultraviolet light that can lead to skin cancer and premature aging. Additionally, people who go to tanning beds at a younger age have a higher chance of developing melanoma. If your summer goal is to look tan, consider safer alternatives like self-tanning products or spray tans. Self-Examine Once a month, perform a head-to-toe self-examination of your skin to look for any changes. By doing this regularly, you will be able to familiarize yourself with what is and is not normal for your skin and track any marks of concern. Talk with your healthcare provider if you notice changes or anything unusual on your skin or if you have a sore or patch of skin that won’t heal. Follow the ABCDEs of skin cancer as a guide: • Asymmetry: The shape of one half of the mole does not match the other half. • Border: The edges are often ragged, blurred, or irregular in outline. • Color: The color is uneven. Shades of black, brown, and tan may be present. Areas of white, grey, red, pink, or blue also may be visible. • Diameter: There is a change in size—usually an increase. • Evolving: Changes in size, shape, color, or elevation, or any symptoms such as bleeding, itching, or crusting. If you are living with skin cancer or are a caregiver to someone with skin cancer, the Cancer Support Community offers a variety of resources to help ease the burden of your journey. Please contact us at (805)238-4411 or visit our website at cscslo.org or stop by our office located at 1051 Las Tablas Road in Templeton for more information.
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Making a Difference Every Day for the Youth in Our Community AWARENESS - PREVENTION - INTERVENTION - EDUCATION
About: The Atascadero Greyhound Foundation has been serving the Atascadero community for more than 20 years, gradually adding more events that serve its mission. We have grown, and continue to give because of the generous donors, sponsors and participants of our events. Our events are a benefit to the community in healthy activity — either athletically, musically, educationally, or in the fight against addiction.
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P.O. Box 3120, Atascadero, CA 93423 (805)712-6356 Donations: Our support comes from generous donors and sponsors. To make a difference, visit: atascaderogreyhound atascaderogreyhoundfoundation.org/donate.html foundation.org
Friends of the Paso Robles Library UPCOMING EVENTS
Gift Shop Hours The Friends Gift Shop in the Library Lobby is NOW OPEN. Store hours Mon-Fri 10-5, Sat 10-3. Second location now open: The BackRoom Bookstore at The Gatherings Emporium 1335 Park Street, Hours 11-5. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Support the Library through a Friends of the Library membership, starting as low as $10/year. The Friends of the Library appreciates donations, which are either added to the Library’s collection or used to generate considerable funds toward the purchase of 1000 Spring Street new books, library materials, programs, services, etc. Paso Robles, CA 93446 Due to COVID-19, currently not accepting book donations, cash donations always welcome! (805) 237-3870 BOARD MEETINGS: prcity.com
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Call 805-237-3870 for info.
Paso Robles Youth Arts Center
CONTACT INFO
THE PASO ROBLES YOUTH ARTS CENTER IS HIRING!
3201 Spring Street Paso Robles, CA, 93446 (805) 238-5825 pryoutharts.org
We are looking for passion-driven individuals who enjoy working with youth in a fun and collaborative environment. We're looking to fill instructor positions in Piano, Art, Guitar, Voice, and more! If interested, please contact Operations & Programs Manager, Ryan Flores, at (805) 392-3712 or ryan.flores@pryoutharts.org.
Cancer Support Community – California Central Coast UPCOMING EVENTS
We have a number of special events throughout the year that support our ability to provide programs, support and education FREE of charge to our community! Discover more at cscslo.org/Support-Our-Work
CONTACT INFO 1051 Las Tablas Rd. Templeton, CA 93465 (805) 238-4411 Monday - Thursday 9 am – 4 pm Fridays by Appointment cscslo.org
DONATION OPPORTUNITIES All of our direct services are provided free of charge. Your donations make this possible. You can trust that you are making a difference for local families. We know you have many options when it comes to putting your charitable gifts to work! Our funds go towards the invaluable programs and services that help so many in our community facing cancer. Our online donations are processed securely through authorize.net. Your donations are 100% tax-deductible. For more information or to discover how you can help, visit cscslo.org/DonationOptions
Redwings Horse Sanctuary
For information about making donations, adoptions, etc, visit redwingshorsesanctuary.com. For upcoming events, visit facebook.com/pg/redwingshorses/events
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
6875 Union Road Paso Robles, CA 93446 (805) 237-3751 redwingshorse sanctuary.org
Redwings is always looking for volunteers to help us provide the highest standard of care for our horses and burros. You do not need to have any prior horse experience to volunteer at Redwings. If you would like to work with our horses, the first step is to take a Volunteer Training Class. This class covers sanctuary rules, basic safe horsemanship skills, and an introduction to some of the horses that you will be working with. After completion of the class you are welcome to come volunteer and help with the horses any time during our volunteer hours. Volunteer hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 8am to 3:30pm, and we are closed on Sundays and Mondays. Note: We do not allow volunteers to ride the horses at Redwings. There are other ways to get involved and volunteer at Redwings too. We have opportunities to help in our rose and memorial garden, volunteering in the office, helping with events and fundraising, and more. Please submit the form below to schedule a volunteer training or contact our office: info@redwingshorsesanctuary.org or (805) 237-3751. “SAVE THE DATE”- SUNDAY. SEPTEMBER 18, 2022, REDWINGS 2ND ANNUAL BLOCK PARTY, 11-3 AT 6875 UNION RD Redwing’s big fundraiser is going to be another memorable event with BBQ lunch, self-guided tours, demonstrations, live music and the all-important Silent and Live Auctions with fantastic items up for bid. Watch for ticket sales June 1st through My805Tix.com.
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MAY BOOK SALE
PASO ROBLES LIBRARY
Early Bird Sale Thursday, 5/26/22, 10 - 6 for Friends of the Library members only but you can join at the door!
PUBLIC BOOK SALE FRIDAY
5/27/22, 10 - 6, Saturday, 5/28/22. 10- 4
All proceeds benefit the the Paso Robles Library 1000 SPRING STREET TUES - SAT 10am- 3pm by Appt Only 6875 Union Rd Paso Robles, CA 93446
Photography Workshop (805) 237-3751
THURSDAY, MAY 19TH FROM 3-8 P.M.
A fundraiser for Redwings by Essence Captured Equine Photography Group.
Learn how to take photos from professional photographers who take photos at horse shows held at venues like Paso Robles Horse Park and Twin Rivers, as well as exhibit locally, including at Studios on the Park. Donations can be made: www.redwingshorsesanctuary.org info@ redwingshorsesanctuary.org
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