Skin Cancer & Summer Safety
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. Two most common types of skin cancer: is Basal cell (small, round cells that form the outer surface of the skin) and Squamous cell (flat cells that form the surface of the skin). Here is a simple tool that I learned from Medical Center of Plano in order to check your skin:
A-B-C-D-E SKIN EXAMINATION
- Asymmetrical: irregular shapes
- Borders: irregular, notched or scalloped borders
- Color: many colors or an uneven distribution of color
- Diameter: larger than ¼ inch or about the size of a pencil eraser
- Evolving Over Time: changes over time in size, color, or shape
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• Avoid the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m when the sun rays are the strongest
• Wear sunscreen year-round. Choose a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15.
• Wear protective clothing
• Avoid tanning beds and tan-accelerating agents
• Be aware of sun-sensitizing medications
• Check your skin regularly and report changes to your doctor
• Have regular skin exams
WHY WATER?!
• Flushes out the toxins
• Carries nutrients to cells
• Provides a moist environment for tissues
• Vital for every organ
• Drink 8-10 glasses of water/day
• If you find yourself “feeling” thirsty . . . you waited too long to drink!
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