May 4, 2021 – PASS Urges States, Localities to Ensure Access to Sunscreen as an Important Tool in the Fight Against Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers

May 04, 2021, 09:00 ET

WASHINGTON, May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — As we enter into Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month and prepare to kick off the summer holiday, the Public Access to SunScreens (PASS) Coalition reminds all Americans about the risk UV rays from the sun pose to your skin and encourages individuals to use sunscreen and sun-safe practices to reduce risk of melanoma, other skin cancers and premature aging. The PASS Coalition is a multi-stakeholder alliance of public health organizations, physician groups, sunscreen manufacturers and concerned citizens organized to help prevent skin cancer and improve public health by ensuring Americans have access to safe and effective sunscreens and evidence-based education on sun-safe practices.