Rehoboth Beach Patrol

Pictured are SCLA lifeguards from the Rehoboth Beach Patrol during the SCLA Skin Screening Event. (SCLA)

SUSSEX COUNTY, Del. - Lifeguards from across Delaware’s coast received free skin cancer screenings thanks to a new partnership between the Sussex County Lifesaving Association, Coastal Dermatology, and the Big Chill Beach Club.

The June 9 event at the Big Chill Beach Club provided preventive care from board-certified dermatology specialists. The Coastal Dermatology members volunteered their time to screen lifeguards for early signs of skin cancer for those spending several hours in the sun a day.

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SCLA lifeguards register and get screened for skin cancer. (SCLA)

“This initiative is about taking care of the people who take care of us,” said SCLA President Matt Farlow. "Our lifeguards are exposed to intense sun exposure all season long."

Organizers hope the event will spark more sun safety initiatives for lifeguards and others who spend extended time outdoors during the summer.

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Torie joined CoastTV's team in September of 2021. She graduated from the University of Delaware in May of 2021 with a Bachelor of Arts in Media Communications and a minor in Journalism. Before working at CoastTV, Torie interned with Delaware Today and Delaware State News. She also freelanced with Delaware State News following her internship.

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