See Spot….Check Spot!! Skin Cancer Awareness Month
Great follow-up to my Sunscreen 101 blog as Melanoma is often caused by exposure to sun. Just one sunburn puts you at a greater risk of skin cancer!! Raising awareness about skin cancer can increase your chances of early detection so that treatments may be given early. Melanoma is often a deadly form of skin cancer and treatment is normally more effective if detected early. High levels of sunlight often are the cause of Melanoma. Just one sunburn can cause a mole to become
Headed to the Beach for Memorial Weekend? Don’t forget your Sunscreen!!
Sunscreen 101: Not applying sunscreen correctly can increase your risk of skin cancer!! All exposed skin needs to be covered with sunscreen. Also, wear sun-protective clothing, hats, and sunglasses. Sunscreen should be applied every time you go outside; even on cloudy days. Here are some tips when choosing a sunscreen: Choose a sunscreen with an SPF 30 or higher. A sunscreen with SPF 30 blocks 97 percent of the sun's UVB rays. Look for the words "broad spectrum." This means
Stroke Awareness
80% of Strokes are Preventable! 10% of stroke patients are between the ages of 18 and 50. Stroke does not discriminate and can happen to any one at any time. Sadly, there has been a 44% increase in young adults who were hospitalized due to a stroke. That is alarming. Let's all work together to end this preventable disease. There are several ways to reduce your risk of a stroke. Keeping your blood pressure under control (normal blood pressure is 120/80 or below), get you