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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.

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Skin Checks

Saturday, June 17

Friday, July 14

Friday, July 21

Saturday, July 29

Friday, August 11

Friday, August 18

1:00 - 4:00 PM

1:00 - 3:00 PM

1:00 - 3:00 PM

11:30 - 1:30 PM

1:00 - 3:00 PM

1:00 - 3:00 PM

RI PrideFest, Downtown Providence

Roger Wheeler State Beach, Narragansett

 

Lincoln Woods State Park, Lincoln

Scarborough State Beach, Narragansett 

 

Easton's Beach, Newport

East Matunuck State Beach, East Matunuck

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!

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