American Academy of Dermatology Hosts FREE SPOT me Skin Cancer Screening

Of the 50 states, Illinois is projected to have the 10th highest number of new cases of melanoma – the deadliest form of skin cancer – with an estimated 2,440 new cases expected in 2014. Men are particularly at risk, as men over 50 are at a greater risk of developing melanoma than the general public; yet, only 18% nationwide visit a doctor for an annual skin cancer screening, according to a recent American Academy of Dermatology survey.

This year, the Bears will be joining forces with the American Academy of Dermatology’s SPOT me™ campaign to raise awareness of skin cancer prevention and detection and encourage people to make skin health a priority by getting regular skin cancer screenings from a board-certified dermatologist. 

The Bears and the American Academy of Dermatology are offering all fans a chance to get a FREE skin cancer screening by a board-certified dermatologist during a preseason fan event.  Everyone who receives a skin cancer screening will be eligible to win memorabilia autographed by Bears’ players. 

Visit www.spotme.org for more information.