Skin Cancer can happen to anyone, at any age, on any part of the body. And because skin cancers appear in many shapes and sized, they can be a challenge to identify. If you notice something suspicious, do not wait and get it checked by a dermatologist. Finding and treating skin cancer early can save your life. Here are some facts about skin cancer shared by https://www.skincancer.org/ : 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70 More than 2 people die of skin cancer in the US every hour Having 5 or more sunburns doubles your risk of melanoma When detected early, the 5-year survival rate for melanoma is 99% There are several ways you can protect yourself and decrease your risk of skin cancer and using sunscreen with SPF 15+ daily is one of the very best! A few other tips are, seeking shade, wear a hat, eat a healthy diet, and of course have routine skin exams with Dr. Mueller. Are you at risk for developing skin cancer? Here are some factors that increase your skin cancer risk: Using a tanning bed Not using sunscreen Sunburns Genetics Atypical Moles Take some time to watch and listen to Dr. Mueller explain the 3 most common types of skin cancer: https://youtube.com/shorts/iU4KWDwd6hg?feature=share