May is Melanoma Awareness Month

Melanoma (Skin Cancer) is one of the most common cancers diagnosed in the United States and the deadliest form of skin cancer. Rates of Melanoma are rising rapidly, especially in younger people. In fact, cases of Melanoma have tripled in the last 30 years, at a time when cancer rates for other common cancers have declined.

One American dies from Melanoma every hour. It’s the most common form of cancer for young adults 25-29 years old, and the second most common cancer in adolescents and young adults 15-29 years old.

When caught early, Melanoma is highly curable. But, while treatments for late-stage Melanoma are improving rapidly, the survival rates are still low.

Fabulously Flawless wants you to stay healthy and protected from Melanoma. We encourage you to learn more about Melanoma and how to take steps to prevent it, and identify it early. The three most important things you can do to prevent skin cancer are to use sunscreen daily, check you skin for new moles, freckles, or other spots, and visit a dermatologist every year.

With summer upon us sun worshipers are ready to catch some rays. But, before you head out to soak up the sun take precautions to protect yourself and your loved ones from Melanoma. Download this helpful prevention booklet, and skin cancer self exam worksheet.