Free Skin Cancer Screening Scheduled For April 20

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CANTON, GA -- Did you know that skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer?

According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), more than 2,000 cases of melanoma, the most dangerous type of skin cancer, will be diagnosed in Georgia this year.

As with other cancers, early detection is important. The Northside Hospital Cancer Institute would like to help you get ready for the sun with a skin cancer screening scheduled for 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 20.

Medical professionals will provide skin assessments in a private setting. Registration is now open and everyone is invited to attend.

The screening will be held at Medical Associates of North Georgia at 320 Hospital Road in Canton. Free parking available, and qualified Spanish interpreters available free of charge, by request. The recommended screening attire for residents is shorts and T-shirts

Appointments are required to participate, so call 404-531-4444 to make yours today.

Northside’s skin cancer screening should not replace a complete skin exam with a skin specialist. Additional skin cancer screenings will be offered later in the year in Sandy Springs, Alpharetta and Cumming.

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