Good Morning. Wake up... Chances of getting melanoma.... 19301 in 1,500 19801 in 250 20111 in 74 ___ 20151 in 50 We are facing a skin cancer epidemic.

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Good Morning

Wake up...

Chances of getting melanoma in 1, in in 74 ___ in 50 We are facing a skin cancer epidemic

Most common form of skin cancer for young adults between 25 and 29 years of age. Melanoma

Studies have found a 75% increase in the risk of melanoma in those who have experienced indoor tanning. UV radiation in tanning beds can be up to 15 times greater than the sun. Even a single tanning bed experience can cause melanoma. Melanoma / Indoor Tanning

Skin Cancer and sun protection Kelly Nelson, MD Assistant Professor Department of Dermatology

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All Rights Reserved, Duke Medicine 2007 What does skin cancer look like? Basal Cell CancerSquamous Cell CancerMelanoma

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Take home points Live your life, but use common sense What are your goals? –Having tan skin: Spray tans, self-tanner NO TANNING BEDS –Maximizing your cosmetic outcome Daily facial sun screen, spf 15 or higher, –Minimizing your chance of skin cancer More rigorous sun avoidance If you see a mole that is changing and doesn’t look like your others, see a dermatologist

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