Table 2 Select text messages sent to participants over the 12-month study and follow-up period
Type of message | Message content |
|---|---|
Early detection Physician exam | ASK! Your past radiation treatment increases your skin cancer risk. Checking your skin monthly and asking for a Dr.’s exam are vital to catch & treat it early. |
Early detectionPhysician exam | ASK! Your doctor is more likely to examine your skin if they know of your skin cancer risk. Here’s how to ask for an exam & an appt checklist: bit.ly/ |
Early detectionPhysician exam | ASK! If your doctor refers you to a dermatologist or other doctor for a mole or area of concern on your skin, follow-up right away! Here’s why: bit.ly/ |
Early detectionWebsite/Educational | The ABCDE rule will help you find unusual moles during your monthly skin self-check. More on the ABCDE rule & pictures plus watch a video: bit.ly/ |
Early detection Educational | ASK! Melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer, “writes its message in the skin for all to see”. Check yourself regularly for anything unusual & follow up! |
Early detectionWebsite | Thanks for being a part of ASK! Do a total skin check monthly–carefully looking at your skin from head to toe and front to back. Here’s how: bit.ly/ |
Early detectionWebsite/Educational | ASK! Skin cancer can grow from existing moles and damaged skin. Get to know your skin. Check for any changes. You’ll get better each time. Tips: bit.ly/ |