Signs and Symptoms Remember, early detection is critical. Any change in skin growths or the appearance of a new growth is the best way to find early skin cancer. Examine your and your children's skin regularly for any changes in moles, freckles, or skin discoloration. Any suspicious lesion or spot should be evaluated by a physician. Watch for any change on the skin, especially a change in the size or color of a mole or other darkly pigmented growth or spot.
Prevention is the best medicine Remember to cover up.
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