With more than a million and a half new cases diagnosed each year, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the US. One in five Americans will develop some type of skin cancer during the course of their lives. But here's what keeps Girlawhirl on her toes: Melanoma, the most deadly form of skin cancer is being increasingly diagnosed in women under 40. It is the most common cancer for women aged 25-29 and the second most common for women 30-34.

But, if detected early, there is an average 95% cure rate with skin cancer. By breaking the record, the American Academy of Dermatology is hoping to not only catch early cases and save some lives, but also raise awareness about the significance of skin cancer detection and prevention. Girlawhirl has sent a link to the web page showing hundreds of locations for free screenings throughout the country to all of her friends, and she's happy to report that many of them have already made appointments.

Girlawhirl hopes that between her sun smarts, and the raised awareness thanks to days like Saturday's record breaking attempt and Melanoma Monday on May 8th, she and her Super Pals won't be among those statistics.

For more information and screening locations

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