Covington, LA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/11/2015 -- With May being National Skin Cancer Awareness Month, Soine Dermatology & Aesthetics commenced its own focused efforts to spread consciousness about how to guard against and stay safe from skin cancer. The month-long initiative began with an appearance by Soine Dermatology founder Dr. Erik Soine on the St. Tammany Parish Hospital Radio Network at WYLK 94.7. A board-certified dermatologist with deep roots in Louisiana, Dr. Soine helped listeners understand how to minimize the risks of skin cancer, recognize symptoms, and stay safe in the state's plentiful sun. Soine Dermatology's Skin Cancer Awareness campaign will continue throughout the month, with additional media appearances and other efforts to be scheduled.

"Taking good care of your skin means more than just dealing with wrinkles and blemishes," Dr. Soine noted, "Skin cancer can be one of the most deadly diseases of all, but there are good, proven ways of minimizing its dangers. Here at Soine Dermatology, we are proud to participate in National Skin Cancer Awareness Month and happy that we can do our part to inform people in the area about the dangers of skin cancer and how to stay safe from it."

The federal Centers for Disease Control report that cancers of the skin are the most common of all in the United States today. Close to 70,000 Americans are diagnosed with such diseases in the average year, with around 10,000 of them eventually succumbing to them.

These figures remain disconcertingly steady, despite the fact that skin cancers are among the easiest to guard against. Experts note that regular use of sunblock of appropriate strength, along with clothing and accessories that shield the body from the most intense sun and regular checkups, can greatly reduce the risks of developing and dying from the disease.

Taking place every May in the United States, National Skin Cancer Awareness Month represents the most successful single effort to help Americans come to grips with these facts. As the leading clinic of its kind in St. Tammany Parish, Soine Dermatology & Aesthetics consistently takes an active role in this important annual event.

With his appearance on WYLK 94.7 on Thursday, May 7, clinic founder Dr. Erik Soine helped people throughout the area better understand the risks of skin cancer and how to prevent it. Members of the clinic will work throughout the month to build upon this initial effort, being fully committed to doing everything they can to spread awareness.

In addition to providing the kinds of top-quality medical dermatology services that are needed to diagnose and overcome skin cancer, Soine Dermatology also provides a full range of similarly capable cosmetic dermatology services, in addition to frequently offering incentives that make them extremely affordable. Throughout the month of May, for example, patients who book a non-invasive Ultherapy treatment will be eligible for a discount of 50% off a special mouth-line filler.

For more information about skin cancer and how to prevent it, to schedule a screening, or to take advantage of any of the other services offered by the dermatologist Covington LA residents trust most, those interested can make contact by phone or through a convenient form at the Soine Dermatology website.

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With a full range of cosmetic and medical dermatology services that help patients live healthier, more satisfying lives, Soine Dermatology & Aesthetics takes a personal, caring approach to every individual's unique situation.