Residents of Habarov encouraged to attend complimentary skin cancer screening event
Headline: Khabarovsk and Komsomolsk-on-Amur to Offer Free Pre-Diagnosis Check-ups for Melanoma Awareness Day
Get your skin checked, help raise awareness, and maybe save a life! That's the call-to-action in Khabarovsk Krai as they prepare for free pre-diagnosis check-ups for Melanoma Awareness Day. Residents in both cities have the opportunity to undergo thorough dermatological examinations, focusing on suspect skin elements like moles.
Here's a quick lowdown on what you need to know:
Khabarovsk Check-ups:From May 21 to 23, Khabarovsk residents can visit 5 Angarskaya St., from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Don't forget to bring your passport and mandatory health insurance (MHI) policy, and remember to call 8 (4212) 54-31-48 for more information.
Komsomolsk Check-up:If you live in Komsomolsk, you can get checked on May 22, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, at 22 Pioneer St., Building 2. Pre-registration is required. Give them a call at 8 (4217) 59-10-00 to secure your slot.
As for the ABC's of Melanoma, keep an eye out for mole peculiarities like asymmetry, irregular borders, multiple colors, diameter larger than a pencil eraser, and evolving moles that change, bleed, or cause discomfort. If you notice any of these, it might be worth getting them checked out.
Don't forget, regular check-ups can mean the difference between early detection (95% chance of full recovery) and late-stage melanoma (individual treatment, high mortality rates in stages three and four). Doctors recommend a twice-a-year check-up schedule to stay on top of your skin health – before April 15 and after November 1.
Stay vigilant, stay safe!
Additional Insights
Catching early signs of Melanoma is crucial, and understanding the ABCDE rule makes it easier for you to identify potential threats: asymmetry, irregular borders, multiple colors, a diameter larger than 6mm, and evolving moles. Keeping an eye out for new or changing moles, itching, and bleeding can also help.
Regular self-examinations and professional check-ups are key. For low-risk individuals, annual check-ups are recommended, while those with family histories or multiple moles might benefit from six-month appointments. Timely detection and treatment greatly improve the outlook for skin cancer management.
- Science and medical-conditions intertwine as early detection of melanoma, a type of skin cancer, relies on the ABCDE rule, a standard for identifying potential threats.
- The importance of health-and-wellness and skin-care, particularly in relation to skin cancer, is emphasized in the call for residents of Khabarovsk and Komsomolsk-on-Amur to get free pre-diagnosis check-ups for Melanoma Awareness Day.
- Cancer prevention is a crucial aspect of health-and-wellness, and regular check-ups every six months for individuals with family histories or multiple moles, as recommended by doctors, can lead to timely detection and treatment, greatly improving the outlook for skin cancer management.
