Skin Cancer Awareness Month: How to protect yourself and what to look out for
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AUGUSTA, Ga. () – May marks National Skin Cancer Awareness Month. As summer approaches, doctors emphasize the importance of certain precautions to stay protected. 

The Georgia Cancer Center’s Sun Safe team collaborated with IMPACT Melanoma, Augusta Canal Authority, and Unite in the Fight Against Cancer to set up five sunscreen dispenser stations for community use. The initial sunscreen dispenser was launched this week at Enterprise Mill.

“This initiative is a part of our community outreach or prevention efforts, aiming to assist the community in reducing the risk of cancer,” explained Jorge Cortes, MD, Director, Georgia Cancer Center.

Sunscreen is one way to combat the sun.  But experts say you should also avoid midday sun and wear hats and sun-protective clothing.

‘’You want to use SPF 30 or higher,” said Kathryn Anne Potter, Associate Professor of Dermatology. “We really like physical blockers, so those sunscreens that have zinc or titanium oxide are great, and then reapplying frequently, so if we are out on the boat all day in the water, you know, every two hours try to remember to reapply.”

The most diagnosed cancer in the U.S. is Basal cell carcinoma. Other skin cancers are squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma.  So, how do you know if you need to see a doctor?

“How often you should see or when you should see a dermatologist is related to your personal risk factors. So having a family history of skin cancer, having a history of blistering sun burns growing up, tanning bed use, all increase your risk,” said Potter.

Skin checks and knowing your skin are essential to notice if something looks different.

“Have an idea of where you have moles, where you have spots, so that if something’s new, you know it’s new. You know if you do a monthly check, especially if you have that risk of developing skin cancers,” said Potter.

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