“There are many misconceptions about who can get skin cancer and how you get skin cancer. The fact that melanoma is the most preventable cancer, yet still on the rise, shows that more education is needed.” – Darrell S. Rigel, MD
As the weather gets warmer and the sun starts to shine, more people are spending time outside. While enjoying the outdoors is recommended, ignoring the harmful effects caused by the sun’s rays is not. 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in his or her lifetime – don’t let it be you!
In a study conducted by MELA Sciences, Inc., only 24% of Americans have had a skin check by a dermatologist. “Annual skin cancer screenings are critically important because they can catch skin cancer, including melanoma, in its earliest, most curable stage,” explains Elsevier Author, Darrell Rigel, MD. Besides getting your skin checked regularly, what else can you do to prevent skin cancer? Dr. Rigel has the answers! In a recent interview, Dr. Rigel presents three easy tips to lower your risk of getting skin cancer.
Darrell S. Rigel, MD is a Clinical Dermatology professor at New York University Medical Center. He is a dermatologist with a special interest in skin cancer and melanoma – he is a highly cited authority on the topic. Dr. Rigel is co-author of Cancer of the Skin, which is a leading text within the dermatology field.
To learn more, visit Dr. Darrell Rigel’s Elsevier Authors bio page! Find out more about dermatology and skin cancer by visiting Elsevier’s dermatology author bio pages!
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