NJ AJR30

Designates May of each year as "Skin Cancer Awareness Month" in New Jersey to recognize the dangers of skin cancer and promote prevention and early detection.

Requires the Governor to annually issue a proclamation recognizing the month and calling upon public officials and citizens to observe it with appropriate activities and programs.

Cites that skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, with at least one in five Americans expected to develop it by age 70.

Notes that an estimated 5.4 million Americans are diagnosed annually with non-melanoma skin cancers, and approximately 212,200 individuals will be diagnosed with melanoma in 2025.

Emphasizes prevention measures including seeking shade between 10 am and 4 pm, avoiding tanning beds, applying sunscreen daily, and getting annual professional skin exams.