Moving the needle: Advocating for skin cancer prevention policies, one skin exam at a time
Moving the needle
By Victoria Houghton, Managing Editor, September 1, 2023
DermWorld breaks down the latest highlights of AADA advocacy activities at the federal and state legislative and regulatory level.
During Skin Cancer Awareness Month, the AADA, in conjunction with the Congressional Skin Cancer Caucus, held its Annual Congressional Skin Cancer Screening and Health Fair, which offered free skin cancer screenings to over 120 members of Congress, staff, and the public. Eleven AADA physician members volunteered their time to provide 87 free skin cancer screenings.
Carrie Davis, MD, FAAD, welcomed attendees and introduced special guest former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback and ESPN commentator Ron Jaworski, who shared his personal experience with skin cancer and the life-saving care that he received from his dermatologist.
The AADA hosts this annual event to educate attendees on public health policies that prevent skin cancer. This year, eight partners participated, including the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, the American College of Mohs Surgery, the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Association, the American Society for Mohs Surgery, the Dermatology Nurses Association, the Melanoma Research Foundation, the Melanoma Research Alliance, and the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention.
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