IASO General Clinic (264, Messogeion Avenue, Cholargos), prompted by the Hellenic Week against Skin Cancer and caring for the public’s awareness on malignant melanoma prevention, is offering free of charge melanocytic nevi screening tests. In particular, specialists plastic surgeons and dermatologists at the Melanocytic Nevi and Melanoma Specialist Office at IASO General will perform free clinical exams. All appointments must be booked by telephone from Monday 5 May to Friday 9 May, 11-13.30 p.m..

For those interested, regardless of the age, a limited number of appointments are available and can be booked by calling at ++30 210 650 2015, 08.00-16.00, from Friday 2 May to Friday 9 May.

Over the last years, malignant melanoma incidence rates have significantly increased. Among the main reasons are the environmental changes – the ozone hole – and the extensive exposure to the sun. It is worth mentioning that 90% of the cases which are timely detected are cured.

IASO General Clinic, knowing the significance of early diagnosis and within the framework of social corporate responsibility, offers, once more, free screening tests.