2023-11-04 20:55:00
Attendees had access to free benefits such as biopsies, medical evaluations and screening for some diseases.
By: María Camila Sánchez and Mariana Mestizo
November 04, 2023
The Skin Foundation moved to the Cultural Center of Slabs Anastasio Ruiz Irizarry where the first free dermatological clinic was held, in collaboration with the Medicine and Public Health Magazine.
During the event, with approximately an unprecedented attendance of 500 patients from Mayagüez, Adjuntas, Slabs and Aguadilla in the western and central areas of Puerto Ricohad the opportunity to receive dermatological evaluations by specialists.
In addition, vaccination days were held against influenza, COVID-19, pneumonia, tetanus and shingles, for both children and adults. Glucose and hypertension screening tests were also performed as part of the services offered.
Dermatological health awareness in Puerto Rico
Likewise, the experts led important talks on the relationship between metabolic syndrome and the conditions of the furthe importance of continuous use of sunscreen, exacerbations of psoriasis due to environmental factors, and acne management and treatment criteria, to name just a few.
Variety of free services
At the event, various services were offered, including pharmacy, biopsies, glucose and hypertension screening, free medical evaluations, as well as tables and educational talks for attendees.
The dermatology clinic was open to all residents of Slabs and surrounding areas, including patients with diseases of the furthose in the process of diagnosis and people who had not yet received care from a dermatology specialist.
Main skin diseases suffered by Puerto Ricans
On the island, cancer fur It is mainly seen in the eastern and coastal areas of the island. Likewise, it was determined that basal cell carcinoma is the type of cancer that occurs most frequently in the population; Despite not being so aggressive, it is especially careful.
Likewise, according to specialists, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, photodermatitis, acne and dandruff are positioned as the most prevalent conditions in Puerto Rico.
The Medicine and Public Health Magazine continues to lead educational efforts on diseases of the fur in Puerto Rico. His successful campaign, www.protegetupielpr.com, has reached millions of patients and users, providing vital information about dermatological care.
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