May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the importance of early detection and prevention of one of the most common cancers in the U.S. More than five million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed annually. Spencer Hamner, a board-certified physician assistant at Integrated Dermatology of Montrose, spoke with KVNF's Lisa Young about how to protect yourself from skin cancer and the signs to watch for. For more information on skin cancer, visit the American Academy of Dermatology’s website.