May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month: Your Skin’s Health is Our Priority

As Skin Cancer Awareness Month, this time of year urges us all to prioritize prevention, early detection, and sun safety

Why It Matters

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., with millions of new cases each year. But here’s the good news: when detected early, most skin cancers are highly treatable. At our Great Neck and Jackson Heights locations, our board-certified providers are here to help you protect your skin with personalized care and skin screenings.

What to Look Out For

Performing monthly self-checks and knowing the ABCDEs of melanoma can help you catch suspicious changes early:

Asymmetry: one half doesn’t match the other

Border: irregular, scalloped, or poorly defined edges

Color: varying shades of brown, black, or tan

Diameter: larger than a pencil eraser

Evolving: any change in size, shape, or color

If something looks or feels off trust your gut. It’s always better to be safe and get it checked.

Sun Safety Tips from Our Team

*Apply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ Mineral sunscreen daily even when it’s cloudy

*Reapply every 2 hours if outdoors or after sweating/swimming

*Wear wide-brimmed hats, UV-protective sunglasses, and long sleeves

*Avoid tanning beds completely

*Seek shade, especially between 10 AM–4 PM

Let’s Take Action Together

This May, join Dr. Azar, Dr. Besedina, and PA-C Sydney Coscia in spreading awareness and encouraging loved ones to book their skin exams.

Book Your Full-Body Skin Check Today!

Your skin deserves attention not just in May, but all year long.

Call us or send us a message on Instagram to schedule your full-body skin exam. Early detection could save your life.