Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, affecting more than five million people annually, with over one million Americans currently living with melanoma. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, one in five Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, accounts for about 7,000 deaths each year in the U.S.

It is estimated that melanoma will affect 1 in 29 men and 1 in 40 women in their lifetime. With skin cancer rates continuing to rise, it’s essential for everyone to take preventive measures seriously, no matter your skin color.

Skin cancer can be prevented with proper sun protection. Practicing sun safety, particularly during the summer month

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