May 7th, 2018 by WCBC Radio
Today is Melanoma Monday which is aimed at raising awareness about an aggressive form of skin cancer. Statistics show that one in five Americans will be diagnosed with skin cancer in their lifetime and one in 50 Americans will develop melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer. While these statistics are frightening, the good news is that skin cancer is treatable and beatable with early detection. May is Melanoma Awareness Month and a great time to Prevent. Detect. Live. Dr Sean McCagh tells WCBC News that early-stage melanomas can often be treated effectively with surgery alone, but more advanced cancers often require other treatments…
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