The Partnership's core mission to reduce the burden of cancer in Rhode Island is put into effect through our annual skin cancer screenings. These screenings, or Skin Checks, are held throughout the state during the summer season, which is a time when people are more often exposed to the sun and its harmful rays.
Below is a list of the dates and locations for the 2023 Skin Checks. We are partnering with NBC 10 WJAR, Brown Dermatology, Lifespan Community Health Institute, Rhode Island Department of Health, Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management and the University of Rhode Island to provide this complimentary service at beaches across the state. No prior registration is required for our events.
If you are interested in volunteering at a Skin Check event, please reach out to Lora Fox at lfox@prcri.org.
Skin Checks
Saturday, June 17
RI PrideFest
Downtown Providence
1:00 - 4:00 PM
Saturday, July 29
Scarborough State Beach North
Narragansett
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Friday, July 14
Roger Wheeler State Beach
Narragansett
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Friday, August 11
Easton's Beach
Newport
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Friday, July 21
Lincoln Woods State Park
Lincoln
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Friday, August 18
East Matunuck State Beach
East Matunuck
1:00 - 3:00 PM
2019 Highlights
515
Total Number of People Screened
6
Total Number of People with Suspected Melanoma
50
Total Number of Recommended Biopsies
43
Total Number of People with Suspected Non-Melanoma
49
Total Number of Suspected Skin Cancers
48
Total Number of Suspected Precancers
State Sunscreen Dispenser Campaign
We partnered with Raw Elements USA, the State of Rhode Island, and South County Dermatology this past summer to launch complimentary certified natural, environmentally-safe sunscreen dispensers at all state beaches and parks across the state. These dispensers provide sunscreen to protect residents, tourists, and employees from harmful UV rays. Learn more about the program by watching the video below!