05/06/2021
Melanoma Monday is the first Monday in May, and that is today! This day is to help raise awareness about skin cancer and to focus on skin health, sun safety, tanning prevention, and skin cancer screenings.
☀️ Here are some ways in which you can reduce your risk of developing skin cancers ☀️
1️⃣ Wear sunscreen to protect yourself from harmful UV rays and be sure to reapply throughout the day too ⛱
2️⃣ Other forms of protection also include broad-brimmee hat, long sleeves and pants 👖
3️⃣ Avoid tanning beds. The UV light in tanning beds puts you at risk for melanoma too
4️⃣ Rugarlary check your skin for abnormally moles. If you notice changes, see your dermatologist 👩🏼⚕️👨🏻⚕️ to have it checked ✔