Crystal's melanoma journey started at 19 years old after a skin check for a mole change on her arm. A biopsy of the mole revealed she had stage 3 melanoma. 😔
Two years later, Crystal now wants people to know that being aware of your skin is so important. 🙌
Melanoma is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among people aged 15-29 years, but more than 90% of melanoma cases can be treated if found early.
That's why you should regularly check moles and spots on your skin using the S.C.A.N method to look for anything that is Sore, Changing, Abnormal or New: www.scanyourskin.org/how-to-c...
It's also important to practise the 5S's whenever you're outdoors:
🧥 slip on protective clothing
🧴 slop on SPF30+ sunscreen
👒 slap on a broad-brimmed hat
⛱ seek shade
🕶 slide on close-fitting wrap-around sunglasses.
#SunSafety #SkinCheck #SlipSlopSlapSeekSlide #Melanoma
3 июн 2024
