Media Advisory - Newfoundland dermatologists to host free skin cancer screening at Avalon Mall on May 13th
ST. JOHN'S, May 10, 2013 /CNW/ - On Monday, May 13th St John's dermatologists will be holding a free skin cancer screening open to the public to create awareness about the importance and early detection and prevention of skin cancer and demonstrate how to conduct at-home self-exam.
| Who: | Dr. Ian Landells, St John's dermatologist, Canadian Dermatology Association |
| What: | Skin cancer screening and early detection awareness event Interview & Photo Op |
| When: | Monday, May 13, 2013 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. |
| Where: | Avalon Mall, 48 Kenmount Road |
| Why: | To create awareness about importance of early detection by conducting regular at-home self-exams |
Background:
- Newfoundland has one of the highest rates of melanoma skin cancer in men in Canada
(source: Canadian Cancer Statistics 2011). - Newfoundland and Nova Scotia have the highest death rates for melanoma in men in Canada at 4 deaths per 100,000, compared to 2 deaths per 100,000 Saskatchewan, Quebec and New Brunswick.
- 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
Laura Craig, Communications Coordinator
Office: 613-738-1748 x 229 | Cell: 613-716-2098
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