Norah O'Donnell: What I learned from my melanoma diagnosis
Ten years ago, I was at a routine dermatologist appointment when my doctor found two concerning spots on my back. Soon after, Dr. Elizabeth Hale told me my biopsy revealed I had melanoma , the deadliest form of skin cancer.
Thankfully, Hale caught it early and removed it before the cancer spread. It was a wake-up call.
Now, when I spend time in the sun, I seek out the shade, wear UV protective clothing, and consistently reapply broad spectrum sunscreen . Growing up in Texas, I spent a lot of time outdoors and got sunburned. One of my biggest regrets was going to tanning salons.
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