DermTech, Inc. (NASDAQ: DMTK) (“DermTech” or the “Company”), a leader in precision dermatology enabled by a non-invasive skin genomics platform, announced today the return of its #Stickit2Melanoma campaign in honor of Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month. First launched in 2021, the campaign supports DermTech’s core mission to help end deaths from melanoma, one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer, through early and reliable detection.
The #Stickit2Melanoma campaign officially began on May 2, 2022, known as Melanoma Monday. For every #Stickit2Melanoma pledge to schedule a skin exam, DermTech will make a $5 donation to its non-profit partner organizations focused on skin health. The campaign will support events, educational content and programs throughout the month of May. Last year, DermTech donated $250,000 and pledged up to $1 million over the next four years.
“Improving access to early, reliable melanoma detection is at the heart of our mission,” said John Dobak, M.D., CEO of DermTech. “We know the most effective way to help eliminate melanoma deaths is to identify the disease early. Through the #Stickit2Melanoma campaign, we are inspiring people to unite during Melanoma Awareness Month and take the skin exam pledge. Melanoma doesn’t discriminate, and by understanding the risks and how to take proper precautions, we can save lives.”
Popular influencers who have experience with melanoma are partnering with DermTech for the #Stickit2Melanoma campaign. They are helping to bring heightened awareness to melanoma and the importance of skin checks.
According to the National Cancer Institute’s Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) Program, melanoma is among the most common cancer types in the U.S. Early detection and treatment are especially critical in beating melanoma. If the cancer is localized, the five-year survival rate is 99.4%. This drops to 29.8% if the cancer spreads to distant parts of the body.
To join #Stickit2Melanoma and find a specialist to schedule a skin exam, visit www.dermtech.com/pledge.
About DermTech:
DermTech is a leading genomics company in dermatology and is creating a new category of medicine, precision dermatology, enabled by its non-invasive skin genomics platform. DermTech’s mission is to improve the lives of millions by providing non-invasive precision dermatology solutions that enable individualized care. DermTech provides genomic analysis of skin samples collected non-invasively using our Smart Stickers™. DermTech markets and develops products that facilitate the early detection of skin cancers and is developing products that assess inflammatory diseases and customize drug treatments. For additional information, please visit DermTech.com.
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