Monday, May 3, 2004 " Melanoma MondayThe Bryant Park Hotel40 West 40th StreetLower-Level Screening RoomNew York City

Continental Breakfast " 9:00 a.m.9:30 a.m. " 11:00 a.m. " News Conference

The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) invites you to attend the 2004 Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month news conference to learn about the latest research and important news in skin cancer. The agenda includes:

  • Sunscreen 101: Dermatologist Reveals What Every American Should Know About Good Sun Protection Zoe D. Draelos, M.D., Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Dermatology, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC

  • AAD Urges Teens to Heed Warning on Dangers of Tanning: Leading Dermatology Association Calls for Tighter Regulations in New Position Statement on Indoor TanningJames M. Spencer, M.D., Vice Chairman, Department of Dermatology, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY

  • Melanoma in African Americans: Misconceptions Lead to Late Diagnosis and High Mortality Rates for this Treatable ConditionSusan C. Taylor, M.D., Assistant Clinical Professor of Dermatology, Columbia University, New York, NY

  • The Myths and Realities of Vitamin D and Sun Exposure: American Academy of Dermatology Challenges Validity of Recent Claims Promoting Health Benefits of Intentional Sun ExposureDarrell S. Rigel, M.D., Clinical Professor, New York University Medical Center, New York, NY

    Following the news conference, the AAD will host its second annual "Prevention in the Park" free public skin cancer screening in mid-town Manhattan's Bryant Park from 12 p.m. " 6 p.m. Members of the public will receive free skin cancer screenings from board-certified dermatologists, receive skin cancer education materials and have an opportunity to have their photo taken with a special UV-camera that will show the extent of existing sun damage on their face. Also known as National Skin Self-Examination Day, the first Monday in May is designated Melanoma Monday to raise awareness about melanoma and encourage Americans to begin a lifelong habit of regular skin self-examinations and visits to their dermatologist.

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