Temperatures are not the only thing on the rise Protect your skin from melanoma and sun damage
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arm, sunny days are right around the corner. While we revel in spring and look forward to summer, it is also a time to remember to be cautious in the sun and be aware of the dangers of skin cancer, particularly melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. Current estimates are that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetimes. Research estimates that nonmelanoma skin cancer affects more than 3 million Americans each year. Basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma are the most common forms of NMSC, but if detected and treated early, those affected
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have a greater than 95 percent cure rate. Melanoma Monday stresses awareness, early detection and prevention of skin cancer. In recognition of Melanoma Monday, Russell Medical is offering free skin cancer screenings in three convenient locations on Monday, May 2. Dr. Justin Vines and Jamie Peavy, CRNP, will conduct the screenings from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Health Partners of New Site on state Route 22 East beside City Hall in New Site. Dr. Tate Hinkle and Kayla Tidwell, CRNP, will conduct the screenings at Medical Park Family Care on state Route 49 in Dadeville from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., and Dr. Steve Mackey, a dermatologist, will conduct the screenings in Alexander City from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at UAB Medicine–Russell Medical Cancer Center. No
