Media Advisory - Public skin cancer screening at the Edmonton City Centre Mall on June 3rd as part of the Canadian Dermatology Association's Sun Awareness Week
EDMONTON, May 31, 2013 /CNW/ - On Monday, June 3rd Edmonton dermatologists and dermatology residents will be holding a free skin cancer screening to increase awareness about the importance and early detection and prevention of skin cancer and demonstrate how to conduct at-home self-exam.
| Who: | Dr. Mariusz Sapijaszko, Edmonton dermatologist, Canadian Dermatology Association Dr. Michal Kalisiak, Edmonton dermatologist, Canadian Dermatology Association |
| What: | Skin cancer screening and early detection awareness event Interview & Photo Op |
| When: | Monday, June 3, 2013 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm |
| Where: | Edmonton City Centre Mall, behind guest services |
| Why: | To create awareness about importance of early detection by conducting regular at-home self-exams |
Background:
- Every week, 10 Albertans are diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer, a potentially deadly form of skin cancer.
- 550 new cases of melanoma are expected to be diagnosed in Alberta this year and 90 people die from it
- 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
Email: [email protected]
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