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Today is Melanoma Monday—a reminder of the risk melanoma poses as the deadliest form of skin cancer, and the importance of prioritizing skin health. Learn the essential facts: + 200,340: estimated cases of melanoma diagnosed in the U.S. in 2024. + 86%: of melanomas can be attributed to exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. + 70-80%: of melanomas arise on apparently normal skin, and only 20-30% of melanomas are found in existing moles. + 50%: the proportion by which your risk of developing melanoma decreases with regular use of an SPF 15+. + 5 year: survival rate for black patients with melanoma is 70% vs. 94% for white patients. Plus, a reminder that this Skin Cancer Awareness Month to prioritize your skin health and make a pact with Pavise. Skin aging and skin cancer are deeply connected—both are characterized by a loss of skin’s regenerative and repair capacity. Starting this month: + Visit our partner locator at pavise.com to find a dermatologist near you that carries Pavise + Schedule a skin checkup and replenish your Pavise favorites + Prioritize skin regeneration and wear Pavise daily + Share the word on skin health with a friend + Take photos of your progress and share using #PactWithPavise Join the pact: https://pavise.com/ B.A.I. Biosciences, Inc.