Melanoma Monday is Coming: Why April is the Perfect Time to Book a Skin Check
As we head into the sunnier months, now is the perfect time to prioritize your skin health—starting with a professional skin check. With Melanoma Monday taking place on May 5, this springtime awareness event serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of early detection and prevention when it comes to skin cancer.
Why Skin Checks Matter
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and melanoma is the deadliest type. But here’s the good news: when detected early, melanoma is highly treatable. That’s why a full-body skin exam with your dermatologist is one of the most important appointments you can make all year.
What to Expect During a Skin Exam
A skin check is quick, painless, and could potentially save your life. Your dermatologist will examine your skin from head to toe, looking for any suspicious moles, spots, or growths. If anything unusual is found, we may perform a quick biopsy to determine if further treatment is needed.
You’ll also have a chance to ask questions, learn how to perform self-checks at home, and receive personalized recommendations for sun protection and skincare.
Know the Warning Signs
Keep an eye out for the ABCDEs of melanoma:
- Asymmetry: One half doesn’t match the other
- Border: Irregular, scalloped, or poorly defined edges
- Color: Varied shades of brown, black, or even red, white, or blue
- Diameter: Larger than a pencil eraser (6mm), though melanomas can be smaller
- Evolving: Any change in size, shape, color, or new symptoms like bleeding or itching
If you notice anything suspicious, don’t wait—schedule a skin check right away.
Why April Is the Ideal Time
Booking your skin check in April means you’ll be ahead of the summer sun—and ahead of the crowd. Dermatology appointments tend to fill up quickly once the warmer weather hits, so take this opportunity to put your skin health first.
Whether it’s been a year since your last exam or you’ve never had one before, make this April the month you check it off your list.
As we head into the sunnier months, now is the perfect time to prioritize your skin health—starting with a professional skin check. With Melanoma Monday taking place on May 5, this springtime awareness event serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of early detection and prevention when it comes to skin cancer.
Why Skin Checks Matter
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and melanoma is the deadliest type. But here’s the good news: when detected early, melanoma is highly treatable. That’s why a full-body skin exam with your dermatologist is one of the most important appointments you can make all year.
What to Expect During a Skin Exam
A skin check is quick, painless, and could potentially save your life. Your dermatologist will examine your skin from head to toe, looking for any suspicious moles, spots, or growths. If anything unusual is found, we may perform a quick biopsy to determine if further treatment is needed.
You’ll also have a chance to ask questions, learn how to perform self-checks at home, and receive personalized recommendations for sun protection and skincare.
Know the Warning Signs
Keep an eye out for the ABCDEs of melanoma:
- Asymmetry: One half doesn’t match the other
- Border: Irregular, scalloped, or poorly defined edges
- Color: Varied shades of brown, black, or even red, white, or blue
- Diameter: Larger than a pencil eraser (6mm), though melanomas can be smaller
- Evolving: Any change in size, shape, color, or new symptoms like bleeding or itching
If you notice anything suspicious, don’t wait—schedule a skin check right away.
Why April Is the Ideal Time
Booking your skin check in April means you’ll be ahead of the summer sun—and ahead of the crowd. Dermatology appointments tend to fill up quickly once the warmer weather hits, so take this opportunity to put your skin health first.
Whether it’s been a year since your last exam or you’ve never had one before, make this April the month you check it off your list.
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