Canadian Dermatology Association hosts skin cancer screening at Nova Scotia Legislature on April 10, 2013
HALIFAX, April 10, 2013 /CNW/ - On Wednesday, April 10, 2013 Halifax dermatologists and dermatology residents will be screening MLA's and legislature staff for skin cancer and showing them how to conduct their own at-home self-exams.
Who: | Members of the Legislative Assembly and their staff | |
Dr. Kerri Purdy, Halifax dermatologist, Canadian Dermatology Association | ||
Dr. Angela Law, Dalhousie University dermatology resident | ||
What: | Skin cancer screening and early detection awareness event | |
When: | Wednesday, April 10, 2013 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. | |
Where: | Legislative Assembly | |
Uniacke Room, Province House, Halifax | ||
Why: | To create awareness about importance of early detection conducting regular at-home self-exams |
Background:
- Nova Scotia has the highest incidence of melanoma skin cancer in Canada (source: Canadian Cancer Statistics 2011).
- In 2011, the incidence rate in men was 23 cases per 100,000, compared to 12 cases per 100,000 in Saskatchewan.
- The incidence rate of melanoma in women in Nova Scotia in 2011 was 19 per 100,000, compared to 9 per 100,000 in Manitoba.
- Research shows that 53% of melanoma skin cancers are discovered by the patients themselves and a further 17% by their family members.
Other relevant information:
- Digital photos of skin cancers will also be made available upon request
SOURCE: Canadian Dermatology Association
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