Melanoma stinks. Please avoid it if possible.

I just went in to a convenient store to grab a newspaper and came across a disturbing conversation. As I got in line to pay for my paper I stood behind a woman with a large triangular white bandage across what I thought was her nose. Apparently I was wrong. She no longer had a nose.

What really got to me was the conversation she had with the clerk, who had about four reddish black sores on his face. Both were dealing with melanoma - skin cancer - and both were joking about who would die sooner. Of course laughter was probably a relief to the stress they were feeling, but it stressed me out.

Folks, Melanoma is not funny at all, in fact it is the most serious form of cancer. It is deadly and the mere thought of having pieces of my face removed frequently to remove cancerous moles......nonetheless removing my nose makes me want to go buy a closet full of sun block and hats. Don't screw around! It's summer, the sun will be blazing and it is dangerous.

Take some action to protect your life. Skin cancer is the most avoidable type of cancer and I suggest you do so. Cover up with a high SPF sun block at all times, wear hats, avoid the sunniest portions of the day and definitely avoid tanning booths. If my experience with the nose-less woman isn't enough incentive for you to take action visit Melanoma.Com. It's compelling.