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As Summer Nears, American Cancer Society Shines Light on Skin Cancer Chicago, Illinois – More than 5 million cases of skin cancer are estimated to be diagnosed each year in the United States, making it the most-commonly diagnosed cancer in the country. For Skin Cancer Awareness Month this May, the American Cancer Society (ACS) is shining a light on the fact that nearly all skin cancers can be treated effectively - if they are found early. While about 8 out of 10 new skin cancer cases are basal cell cancers, squamous cell cancers occur less often. • While skin cancer risk factors are present every day, they are greater in the summer when people may be spending more time in the sun. • Because of this, it’s important to be sun sensible and take the necessary steps to lower your risk. Ultraviolet (UV) rays are the most common cause of skin cancer, and simply staying in the shade is one of the best ways to limit your UV exposure. If you are going to be in the sun, ACS recommends that you seek shade and “Slip! Slop! Slap!® and Wrap,” a reminder of some key steps that can help protect against UV rays: • Slip on a shirt. While all clothing provides some UV protection, some clothes are made specially to help block UV rays. • Slop on sunscreen. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30 on exposed areas of skin year-round. Reapply sunscreen every two hours or after swimming o r sweating, even if it’s labeled as “waterproof.” • Slap on a hat. Opting for a hat on a sunny day can help shade your face from the sun. A hat with a wide brim around your head can also help protect your ears and neck.
• Wrap on sunglasses. Sunglasses that block UV rays can help protect the eyes and the skin around them. Anyone can get skin cancer. Though people with light skin are more likely to get skin cancer, those who are darker-skinned are also at risk of developing skin cancer. The best way to catch skin cancer early is to get into the routine of checking your skin for changes, including a new growth or spot, or a change in the size, shape or color of a mole. Skin cancer can happen to anyone regardless of gender, age, or ethnicity Checking your skin regularly may help you identify new growths or any abnormal areas and show them to your doctor before those spots even have a chance to turn into cancer Skin cancer is the most common of all cancer types. In the United States, more than 5 million skin cancers are diagnosed each year. Sun Safety Quiz ACS recommends testing your sun safety IQ by visiting their website to take the Sun Safety Quiz. Don’t Fry Day “Don’t Fry Day” is May 26, the day before Memorial Day. We’d love to partner with you to remind Illinois residents to prevent skin cancer by sharing easy tips to help families protect themselves from damaging UV rays while they enjoy summertime activities. American Cancer Society’s reps are available to discuss: • Sun safety tips • Factors that can raise skin cancer risk • Checking your skin for signs of signs of cancer
Free Learning Opportunities Available and Volunteers Needed for the South Suburban College Literacy Tutoring Program South Holland, IL–South Suburban College (SSC) is seeking participants for the Adult Volunteer Literacy (AVL) Tutoring Program. The program is structured to train volunteers to become one-on-one tutors for adults in need of basic literacy skills. Instruction in basic literacy includes the development of phonetic reading skills, whole language experience, combined with effective communication skills. Residents are welcome to volunteer as tutors and encourage others to take advantage of this free professional development opportunity. Once certified, SSC’s volunteer literacy tutors visit adult learners at locations in or near their neighborhoods. Tutoring is flexibly scheduled based on the availability of tutors, learners, and tutoring sites. The following locations have been established as tutoring sites: Acorn Public Library, Oak Forest; Glenwood-Lynwood Library; Harvey Public Library; Phoenix Public Library; Calumet City Public Library; Grande Prairie Library, Hazel Crest; Homewood Public Library; South Holland Public Library; South Suburban College Main Campus Library, South Holland; South Suburban College Oak Forest Center Library, Oak Forest; Lansing Public Library; Dolton Public Library; Riverdale Public Library; Blue Island Public Library; Dixmoor Public Library; Tinley Park Public Library; Markham Public Library; Midlothian Public Library; and Thornton
Public Library. Illiteracy can be debilitating in many ways for adults who never received the proper instruction. Adults who are unable to read experience difficulty completing many daily activities that others may take for granted, along with a disadvantage in today’s competitive job market. SSC’s Office of Adult Education administers the Adult Volunteer Literacy Tutoring Program in addition to High School Equivalency (HSE), English as a Second Language (ESL), and Adult Basic Education (ABE). These opportunities are made possible by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library (ISL), a division of the Office of the Secretary of State, using state funds designated for literacy. The June training will take place at the South Suburban College Oak Forest Campus in Oak Forest, IL on Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 4 through June 20, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. This 12-hour program culminates with literacy training certification. Tutors will continue to receive free professional development services throughout this program. Successful tutors are also eligible for letters of support or recommendation for jobs, scholarships, educational opportunities, and more. For additional information, or to register, please contact David Stephens, Adult Literacy Grants Manager, at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2558, or email DStephens@ssc.edu
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