Melanoma Monday kicks off the start of Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Here are a few important things to keep in mind about the awareness and prevention of melanoma, as well as the benefits of protecting your skin with an airbrush tanning solution.
11. Approximately 90%
of melanoma cases
can be linked to the
exposure of UV rays
from both natural and artificial sources.
12. Generally speaking, if you notice a
change in color, shape, size, feeling or
texture of an existing spot (or new
spot!), talk to your doctor right away.
symptoms to
look out for:
13. 3 best ways to
reduce your risk:
1. Wear sunscreen
2. Wear protective clothing
3. Avoid tanning beds
14. wear sunscreen
UV rays can still damage your skin even
when it’s cloudy out, so try to make
sunscreen a daily habit.
16. avoid tanning beds
Instead of putting yourself at
risk with UV rays, try an
airbrush tanning solution
instead, which is much safer
and less invasive.