Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer, affecting twenty percent of the American population. Most skin cancers are curable if detected and treated early; however, one individual dies every hour from melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer. This month, the American Academy of Dermatology focuses attention on efforts to educate the public on the prevention of skin cancer and melanoma.

Melanoma can occur anywhere on the body, but is most frequently found on the upper back. Almost seventy-five percent of all skin cancer deaths are caused by melanoma, and there will be over 105,000 new cases diagnosed in the United States this year. Excessive exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet radiation is the greatest risk factor for developing melanoma.

Vericom can help you communicate cost-effectively with your internal and external customers. Here are some examples of how SoundCare can be used to raise awareness about this issue: