Skin Cancer Awareness Month: Abarca Health Goes All In

Skin Cancer Awareness Month: Spreading Awareness Together

Each May, Skin Cancer Awareness Month reminds us of the importance of prevention, early detection, and education. At Abarca Health, we go all-in to spread the word, protect our communities, and promote healthier lifestyles.

Why Skin Cancer Awareness Matters

Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States, but it is also one of the most preventable. By raising awareness and sharing information about prevention and screening, Abarca Health is helping people take steps to reduce their risk and seek care when necessary.

Abarca Health Initiatives for Skin Cancer Prevention

As part of our educational efforts, Abarcans participated in awareness campaigns that included workshops, informational sessions, and resources on how to identify early warning signs. The focus was clear: education saves lives.

In alignment with our Oasis Community Program, we are committed to supporting nonprofits and organizations that promote prevention, access to healthcare, and better quality of life for communities across Puerto Rico.

Discover how the Oasis Community Program continues to empower health initiatives.

Taking Action During Skin Cancer Awareness Month

During Skin Cancer Awareness Month, Abarcans received practical tips on how to protect themselves and their loved ones from harmful UV exposure. From wearing sunscreen to seeking shade and scheduling regular skin checks, every action counts toward reducing risk.

Inspiring a Culture of Prevention and Health

Abarca Health believes that awareness and education are the first steps in building healthier communities. By supporting initiatives during Skin Cancer Awareness Month, we encourage individuals to take control of their health and inspire a culture of prevention that goes beyond one month of the year.

Explore more about our corporate responsibility initiatives.

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and even though many of us are practicing social distancing, we can still come together to advocate this cause.

To lower your skin cancer risk, protect your skin from the sun, and avoid indoor tanning.
Damage from exposure to UV rays builds up over time, so sun protection should start at an early age. Here are some Sun Safety Tips for Your Family provided by the CDC.
Learn what skin cancer is, what the symptoms and risk factors are, and how to lower your risk.

Anyone can get skin cancer, but people with certain characteristics are at greater risk:

A lighter natural skin color.
Skin that burns, freckles, reddens easily, or becomes painful in the sun.
Certain types and a large number of moles.
A family history of skin cancer.
A personal history of skin cancer.
Older age.

Sun protection is important all year round, and it’s best to use several different kinds no matter the activity you’re performing, such as wearing a hat with a wide brim that shades your face, head, ears, and neck; sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays; and wearing sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher and both UVA and UVB (broad spectrum) protection.

Join us in our efforts toward better care for our communities by helping us spread the facts and these sun protection tips so that we may fight skin cancer together. Make sun safety an everyday habit so you can avoid getting a sunburn and lower your chance of getting this disease. Practicing these prevention methods are extremely important, especially when living on a tropical island!

About Abarca

At Abarca, we believe in an Unstoppable Drive for a Better Way. Our commitment to making healthcare seamless and personalized for all drives us to innovate in AI, drug trend management, and predictive analytics. By transforming challenges into opportunities, we deliver PBM like no one else: better patient outcomes and a revolutionary healthcare experience. Join us in shaping the future at the intersection of technology and care!