Local Cancer Statistics

By Cancer Site - Melanoma of the skin

In our 10 county area, 315 cases of melanoma are diagnosed and 58 deaths occur each year.

In Northeastern Pennsylvania, the incidence rate for melanoma of the skin is 9 percent lower than the average US rate for this cancer site: a statistically significant difference.

Local incidence and mortality relative to the U.S.
Additional information on melanoma treatment, prevention, screening, and national statistics

Source: Pennsylvania Department of Health

These reports use data provided by the Bureau of Health Statistics and Research, Pennsylvania Department of Health. The Department specifically disclaims responsibility for any analyses, interpretations or conclusions.

For additional information on local cancer statistics, please contact the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute toll free in Pennsylvania at 1-800-424-6724 or e-mail editor@cancernepa.org.