"Melanoma Monday: Expert Tips for Skin Cancer Prevention and Sun Safety"
Melanoma Monday is recognized on the first Monday in May to raise awareness about the most serious form of skin cancer and ways to prevent it. Melanoma causes more than 8,000 deaths per year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The best prevention is wearing sunscreen and sun-protective clothing and watching for changes to your skin. It's recommended that every American above age 18 gets an annual skin examination. About 90% of skin cancers are associated with sun exposure, which makes protection important.