Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States and can affect anyone, regardless of skin color. About 1 in 5 people in the United States will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. Prevention and early detection save lives!
Risk factors for skin cancer include increased exposure to UV radiation from the sun or indoor tanning experiences, personal or family history, sunburns during childhood or young adulthood, fair skin that burns easily, light colored hair and/or eyes, increasing age or weakened immune system.
Measures to reduce risk include sunscreen usage, seek shade during peak sun hours (10 a.m.-4 p.m.), wear UV protective clothing, hats, and sunglasses, regular self-skin checks to check for new or changing moles, skin check visits with physician and avoid indoor tanning experiences.
The Carroll County Health Department's Skin Cancer Screening Program helps eligible Carroll County residents with:
- Screening appointment scheduling and reminders
- Biopsies to rule out skin cancer
