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P.O.Box 1272 Frederick, Maryland 21702

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Hi. My name is Shari Ashley. I recently was found myself in a very scary situation. I suffered a back injury, lost my job and had no insurance. I didn't have a clue what I was going to do. A friend of mine saw Mrs. Brown's story in the local newspaper and gave me her phone number.

I'm so glad she did! From the very first moment I met with Mrs. Brown, she informed me, assisted me, encouraged me and gave me such hope! I was in a great deal of pain and Mrs. Brown was so patient and kind. I know I asked her the same questions over and over again....she never lost her patience with me. She is extremely knowledgeable about all the programs and assistance available. She guided me through the very confusing maze of obtaining public assistance. She acted as my personal representative when I was too overwhelmed with pain and/or confusion to act on my own behalf. I turned over numerous documents containing personal information and found Mrs. Brown to be very discreet and protective of my information and she is totally trustworthy!!

I just can't say enough good things about Mrs. Brown and The Services B4 the Service Advocacy Group. Mrs. Brown certainly was a guardian angel guiding me through one of the most difficult times of my life. I am so grateful for her!!

Sincerely,
Shari Ashley

 
  

 

 
Services B4 The Service Advocacy Group
 has organized people, providers and advocates
 who are interested in providing education,
 awareness and hope to the community of
 Frederick, Maryland and abroad.
 
We are a non-profit organization awaiting
501c3 status.  Also we are registered as a exempt charitable organization in the state of Maryland.  

 

Our Mission:  To empower people to take charge  of their healthcare and final planning needs,  through educating and creating avenues of awareness. 

 

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June is National Skin Cancer Month

 

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. The two most common types of skin cancer—basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas—are highly curable. However, melanoma, the third most common skin cancer, is more dangerous, especially among young people.2 Approximately, 65%–90% of melanomas are caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light or sunlight.2

The following statistics refer to new cases of—and deaths from—melanomas of the skin and other non-epithelial skin cancers. These statistics do not include data for basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas, which are not tracked by the United States Cancer Statistics registries.

In 2004,*

50,039 people in the United States were diagnosed with skin cancer.1
7,952 people in the United States died of skin cancer.1
*The most recent year for which statistics are currently available. Incidence counts cover approximately 98% of the U.S. population. Death counts cover 100% of the U.S. population. Use caution in comparing incidence and death counts.

 Risk Factors
People with certain risk factors are more likely than others to develop skin cancer. Risk factors vary for different types of skin cancer, but some general risk factors include2 3 4

Lighter natural skin color.
Family history of skin cancer.
Personal history of skin cancer.
Exposure to the sun through work and play.
A history of sunburns early in life.
Skin that burns, freckles, reddens easily, or becomes painful in the sun.
Blue or green eyes.
Blond or red hair.
Certain types and a large number of moles.
Risk Reduction
The best way for a person to prevent skin cancer is to protect him or herself from the sun.2 4 When used consistently, sun-protective practices can reduce a person's risk of developing skin cancer.

CDC recommends five easy options for sun protection:2 4

Seek shade, especially during midday hours (10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.), when UV rays are strongest and do the most damage.
Cover up with clothing to protect exposed skin.
Get a hat with a wide brim to shade the face, head, ears, and neck.
Grab shades that wrap around and block as close to 100% of both UVA and UVB rays as possible.
Rub on sunscreen with sun protective factor (SPF) 15 or higher, and both UVA and UVB protection.

 

 info From//www.cdc.gov/cancer/skin/basic_info/ from: