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Skin Cancer (most common type of cancer between men and women)

Skin Cancer (most common type of cancer between men and women). Warning Signs of Skin Cancer. ABCDE - Changes Asymmetrical Border Color Diameter Elevation. Skin Cancer Characteristics. Types. Malignant melanoma – most dangerous and most deadly

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Skin Cancer (most common type of cancer between men and women)

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  1. Skin Cancer(most common type of cancer between men and women)

  2. Warning Signs of Skin Cancer • ABCDE - Changes • Asymmetrical • Border • Color • Diameter • Elevation

  3. Skin Cancer Characteristics

  4. Types • Malignant melanoma – most dangerous and most deadly • Basal Cell Carcinoma – most common type, does not usually spread to other parts of body • Squamous cell – can spread slowly, looks like a basal cell but can bleed

  5. Prevention • Sunscreen – YEAR ROUND • Hats • Protective clothing • 9am to 3pm • Sunglasses • Dermatologist • Self-Check • Avoid tanning beds

  6. Risk Factors • Sun exposure and tanning • Heredity • Fair skin • Freckles • Light colored eyes

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