May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Did you know that skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer, with over one million people diagnosed each year? Skin cancer (especially melanoma) can be deadly, but the good news is that skin cancer can often be treated successfully if you catch it in time. If you spend any time in the sun, you should read this.

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Fast Facts About Skin Cancer from About.com Cancer:

Skin cancer and melanoma account for about 50% of all types of cancers diagnosed.

Skin cancer is one of the more preventable types of cancer.

More than 90% of skin cancer is causes by excessive exposure to the sun.

Each hour, 1 person dies from skin cancer.

For more information about skin cancer, see:

How to Protect Yourself from Skin Cancer, from the Centers for Disease Control

8 Shocking Facts About Skin Cancer

Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers