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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 StamfordPlus.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 StamfordPlus.com, Stamford Plus magazine, Canaiden LLC or any of its associated entities. Articles may have been edited for brevity and grammar. Related Articles: Samuel Felder, M.D. FACC, and Susan Mani, M.D. expand care for patients in New Milford - Sep 19, 2008 - 4:38 PM Breast Issues at Menopause is the October topic in the menopause education series - Sep 16, 2008 - 2:40 PM Danbury Hospital elects Joseph D. Skrzypczak to the Board of Directors - Sep 15, 2008 - 10:56 AM Mobile Mammography Program offers eight screening dates throughout October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Sep 12, 2008 - 12:16 PM New practice offers anti-aging prescription—Health First opens its doors in Fairfield - Sep 9, 2008 - 2:11 PM CURRENT HEADLINES: Top of Page
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