Media Advisory - Canadian Dermatology Association to host free skin cancer screening at the Killarney Aquatic Centre on Wednesday, June 4th

CALGARY, May 30, 2014 /CNW/ - On Wednesday, June 4^th the Canadian Dermatology Association will host a free skin cancer screening clinic to educate the public on the importance of early detection and prevention for all skin cancers. Participants will also learn how to conduct at-home skin cancer self-examinations.

Who:	Dr. Susan Poelman, Calgary dermatologist, Canadian Dermatology Association
What:	Public skin cancer screening clinic and early detection awareness event     Interview & Photo Op
When:	Wednesday, June 4, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where:	Killarney Aquatic Centre, 1919 29 St SW,
Why:	To create awareness about the importance of early detection by conducting regular at-home self-exams

Background:

• This year it is estimated that 6,500 Canadians will be diagnosed with melanoma and 1,050 will die from it.
• Every week, 10 Albertans are diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer, a potentially deadly form of skin cancer.
• 570 new cases of melanoma are expected to be diagnosed in Alberta this year and 95 people die from it

Other relevant information:

• Skin cancer statistics and fact sheets will be available on-site
• CDA will also be at the Seniors Resource Fair on Thursday, June 5^th which will be held at Calgary's Genesis Centre from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Information about sun protection and sunscreens will be available for participants.

SOURCE: Canadian Dermatology Association

Jennifer Scott, Communications Director
Office: 613-738-1748 x 222 | Cell: 613-716-2098
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