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Skin Cancer Screening

Skin Cancer Screening
August 31, 2018 Janet Long

Date/Time
Date(s) - August 31, 2018
9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Description

FREE skin cancer screenings will be offered in conjunction with Morris Dermatology. In order to assure a smooth process for participants, appointments are required by calling Morris Hospital at 815-416-6089. The American Cancer Society recommends a skin exam by a doctor or qualified health professional as part of a routine cancer checkup. Risk factors for skin cancer include: unprotected and/or excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation; fair complexion; family history of skin cancer; and multiple or atypical moles. The following symptoms should be reported to a physician: any change on the skin, especially in the size or color of a mole or other darkly pigmented growth or spot, or a new growth; scaliness, oozing, bleeding, or change in the appearance of a bump or nodule; the spread of pigmentation beyond its border such as dark coloring that spreads past the edge of a mole or mark; a change in sensation, itchiness, tenderness, or pain.

Location
Morris Dermatology

Phone Number
To register, call 815-416-6089.