Self skin examination. It is recommended with a change of seasons every three months. You should perform a self skin exam and help your family members perform theirs facing the mirror. Check your face, chest and belly. Check your under arms, arms, hands and fingernails. Use a comb to check your scalp facing away from the mirror. Using a handheld mirror and the full length mirror behind you. Check the back of your scalp with a comb, your neck, back, and buttocks. If you have a partner or family member, involve them by having them check your back and hard to see places for you sitting down. Check your genital area, your thighs, shins, feet between your toes and under your toe nails. Using the handheld mirror, check the back of your thighs, your calves, and the bottom of your feet. If you find something suspicious, take a photograph of it. Make an appointment with your primary care physician or dermatologist, Brandon and Nicole. Did any questions come up while you were watching the video? I didn't realize that melanoma was so serious that it can spread through your body and you can die from it. That's why it is so important to detect it early. The sooner we find it, the sooner we can treat. If you'd like to learn more about melanoma, please watch our full video. Melanoma in Latino communities.