Free skin cancer screening event set for April 18

Hope Cancer Resources will conduct a free skin cancer screening clinic in Springdale next month.

The screening will take place from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, April 18 at their office, located at 5835 W Sunset Ave. in Springdale.

Area dermatologists from Arkansas Cancer Coalition, Advanced Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center, the American Academy of Dermatology, Hull Dermatology & Aesthetics, Ozark Dermatology Clinic, and Premier Dermatology & Skin Renewal Center will be on hand to conduct the clinic.

More than 100 people attended last year’s event, officials said.

The screening event is free to anyone who’d like to have their skin checked for possible signs of skin cancer, though appointments are required.

Appointments can be made beginning April 1 by calling 479-361-5847.