Tag Archives: skin cancer prevention tips
Protect your skin during summer fun
Summer brings sun-filled days, trips to the lake, and a carefree spirit. However, as we embrace the warmth and joy of the season, it is important to remember that the sun’s rays can be harmful. One of the most serious risks associated with prolonged sun exposure is skin cancer, a disease that affects millions worldwide. […]
Wellness: Skin cancer prevention tips
It’s summertime and what’s more fun than being outside in that warm sunshine, right? But beware of getting too much sun. To reduce your risk of skin cancer, the Centers for Disease Control recommends easy options for protection from UV radiation: Stay in the shade during midday hours. Wear clothing that covers your arms and […]
See reports on skin cancer, breast cancer screenings
In 2014, Riverwood Healthcare Center offered free skin cancer screenings on May 5 at its specialty clinic in Aitkin, working in partnership with Dermatology Professionals, and free breast cancer screenings at its hospital on Oct. 8. View our Public Outcome Report Skin Cancer 2014 on the skin cancer screenings and prevention tips on skin cancer and our […]