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Traditionally, approximately 50 percent of the people who have participate in the free skin cancer screenings sponsored by the Whittingham Cancer Center and hospital dermatologists, have had suspicious skin lesions which required follow-up treatment. This underscores the importance of regular skin self-exams and follow-up evaluation by a physician if any suspicious lesions are detected. The skin cancer screening is offered as a community service to increase awareness of the importance of early detection of skin cancer. According to Dr. Kolenik, there are several types of skin cancers. Basal and squamous cell skin cancers, which are highly curable if diagnosed and treated early, often take the form of a pale nodule or a red sharply outlined patch. Malignant melanoma, the more serious skin cancer, often appears as a mole-like growth that changes in size and color and sometimes bleeds easily. Malignant melanoma can spread to other parts of the body quickly, but if diagnosed early, is also curable. Norwalk Hospital dermatologists emphasize that skin cancer prevention should start at childhood because it does not take more than a few sunburns in the early years to initiate the process of sun damage in adult life. Unfortunately, many people do not take protective measures from sun exposure until after they develop skin cancer as adults. To register for the skin cancer screenings, call (203) 852-2876 or e-mail: wwc@norwalkhealth.org © Copyright by NorwalkPlus.com. Some articles and pictures posted on our website, as indicated by their bylines, were submitted as press releases and do not necessarily reflect the position and opinion of NorwalkPlus.com, Norwalk Plus magazine, Canaiden LLC or any of its associated entities. Articles may have been edited for brevity and grammar. Related Articles: Menopausal Symptom Management in Breast Cancer Survivors - topic at Norwalk Hospital - Sep 26, 2008 - 7:15 AM Smilow Family Breast Health Center offers unique program, "Partners in Breast Cancer Survival" - Sep 23, 2008 - 11:05 AM Norwalk Hospital doctor will discuss gastric reflux at The Greens in Wilton - Sep 22, 2008 - 9:21 PM Norwalk Hospital and Stamford Town Center observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Sep 22, 2008 - 5:50 PM Internationally known speakers to present on Medicine and Spiritual Healing - Sep 22, 2008 - 8:51 AM CURRENT HEADLINES: Top of Page
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