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Baystate Franklin Medical Center Hosts Skin-cancer Screening in May

GREENFIELD — The Oncology Department at Baystate Franklin Medical Center and Dr. Joel Gordon, dermatologist, will co-sponsor a free skin-cancer screening on May 14 from 2 to 4:30 p.m. in the BFMC Oncology Department. During the screening, Gordon will examine new growths that are less than 1 year old, as well as old growths that have changed in color, size, shape, or pain level, or are causing irritation or bleeding.

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, skin cancer is the most prevalent of all types of cancers. It is estimated that more than 1 million Americans develop skin cancer every year.

Pre-registration is required, and space is limited. To register or for more information on skin-cancer prevention and detection, call Baystate Health Link at (413) 773-2454 or (800) 377-HEALTH, or visit baystatehealth.com/fmc.