Skin cancer screening set
Early detection, treatment are key to surviving the disease, American Cancer Society officials say.
Friday, May 09, 2008
MIDDLETOWN — More than 1 million Americans will be diagnosed this year with skin cancer, which accounts for nearly half of all cancer cases in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society.
Statistics show that the most common type of skin cancer is nonmelanoma, which is less invasive and deadly, but an estimated 60,000 people each year are diagnosed with melanoma, which is responsible for the majority of skin cancer deaths.
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However, early detection and prompt treatment can mean a nearly 100 percent chance of survival regardless of the type of skin cancer, according to the cancer society.
Next week, Atrium Medical Center will offer free skin cancer screenings from 8 a.m. to noon Wednesday, May 14, for those who make an appointment.
Screenings, which involve a head-to-toe skin assessment in which a doctor will look for discolored or misshapen moles, take about 5 minutes.
Those found with possible skin cancer or precancerous conditions will be given referrals following the screening.
Skin cancer screening
When: 8 a.m. to noon Wednesday, May 14
Where: Congestive Heart Failure Center of Profesional Building at Atrium Medical Center off Ohio 122, Middletown. Park in lot C or D.
Cost: Free
Info: To schedule an appointment, call (513) 424-7321.
Contact this reporter at (513) 820-2180 or tlatta@coxohio.com.
