Native Americans have a lower risk of developing skin cancer than their white counterparts. But a more comprehensive look at the disease over ten years’ time shows gaps in how skin cancer among Native people is counted. It also signals problems in awareness, diagnosis, and treatment among people who live in poverty or in rural areas. We’ll look at the links between Native Americans and skin cancer, and get a reminder about what to look for.
To join the discussion, call 1-800-996-2848
GUESTS
Dr. Anna Chacon (Maya), board certified dermatologist
Dr. Rachel Asiniwasis (Plains Cree and Saulteaux First Nations), dermatologist and clinician researcher
Melissa Buffalo (Meskwaki Nation), Chief Executive Officer at American Indian Cancer Foundation
