With more than 3.3 million people diagnosed annually, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. Fortunately, skin cancer is also one of the most preventable forms of cancer and highly treatable when detected early. Sunscreen alone is not enough, seek the shade and cover up with clothing, a hat and sunglasses. Examine your skin and see your physician every year for a skin exam.
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May 12, 2020
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SMC Foundation to Hold 18th Annual Charity Golf Classic
The Sakakawea Medical Center Foundation Golf Tournament is scheduled for June 17. The goal of this event is to assist SMC Foundation is securing funding needed to help SMC continue to provide quality healthcare close to home.
Sakakawea Medical Center Named a 2022 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital
Sakakawea Medical Center has been recognized as a 2022 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. This annual recognition program honors outstanding performance among the nation’s rural hospitals based on the results of the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX™.
Patient Story: Regular Checkups Can Help Prevent Cancer
For one woman, a simple routine checkup made all the difference in preventing an otherwise-undetected cancer from spreading.