Dana Perino is a well-known political commentator and anchor for Fox News. She is also a former White House press secretary under President George W. Bush. But recently, she revealed that she had a health scare that required treatment by a dermatologist.
A Spot on Her Forehead
Perino shared her story on Wednesday’s episode of “America’s Newsroom”, where she was joined by her co-host Bill Hemmer and her “trusted doctor” Arash Akhavan. Hemmer introduced the segment by saying, “Dana, my partner, just had an incident,” allowing Perino to discuss the issue.
Perino recalled meeting Akhavan a few years ago when she noticed a spot on her forehead that alarmed her. “I was concerned,” the former press secretary said. She did not specify the exact medical issue, but she said it was treated and they “got ahead of it.”
Prevention and Early Detection
Akhavan, who is a board-certified dermatologist, stated the two biggest ways to combat skin cancer are “prevention” and “early detection.” He said, “In your case [Perino], we were able to detect things early and take care of it before it became a real issue.”
He also advised viewers to look for any changes in their skin, such as new or growing moles, spots, or bumps. He said, “I always tell my patients, ‘Look for the ugly duckling.’ If one of the spots doesn’t match the other spots, bring that to the attention of a board-certified dermatologist.”
Perino praised her makeup artists for their job during that time period. She said, “The makeup artists were very good, covering it up all the time.”
Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and according to The Skin Cancer Foundation, 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70. The foundation also noted that more than two people die of skin cancer in the U.S. every hour.
Akhavan elaborated on how prevalent skin cancer is. He said, “There is more skin cancer diagnosed in the United States every year than all other cancers combined.” He also debunked some common myths and misconceptions about sun exposure and tanning in an additional Fox News interview.
Perino thanked Akhavan for his expertise and care. She said, “I’m so grateful to you for everything you’ve done for me.” She also encouraged viewers to check their skin regularly and see a dermatologist if they have any concerns.
Conclusion
Dana Perino is a successful and respected journalist who had a health scare involving a spot on her forehead. She revealed that she had it treated by a dermatologist before it became a serious problem. She also used her platform to raise awareness about skin cancer prevention and detection. She is an example of how being proactive and vigilant can save lives.
