Castle Biosciences Kicks off Skin Cancer Awareness Month with a Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate the City of Friendswood’s Designation as a Sun Safe Leadership Model City by IMPACT Melanoma

Castle Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: CSTL), a company improving health through innovative tests that guide patient care, today announced its support of key skin cancer advocacy events and initiatives throughout May in honor of Skin Cancer Awareness Month. The first such event is a ribbon cutting to honor the City of Friendswood’s designation as a Sun Safe Leadership Model City — the first in Texas — by IMPACT Melanoma. The ribbon cutting will take place at Stevenson Park in Friendswood, Texas, on Friday, May 3, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Central time.

“Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with more annual diagnoses than all other cancers combined, but it is also one of the most preventable, by practicing sun safety and limiting exposure to UV rays,”^1,2 said Derek Maetzold, president and chief executive officer of Castle Biosciences. “As a long-time Friendswood resident, both personally and professionally, and as a steadfast advocate and board member of IMPACT Melanoma, I cannot think of a better way to honor Skin Cancer Awareness Month than by partnering with this great organization to showcase our joint commitment to sun safety and skin cancer prevention.”

The City of Friendswood’s Sun Safe Leadership initiative encompasses multiple IMPACT programs being implemented throughout the community, including the installation of sunscreen dispensers for access to free sunscreen and portable shade tents in city parks, prevention education for families, and ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) protective clothing for outdoor workers, including Parks & Recreation and city employees.

“As a Partner in Prevention with IMPACT Melanoma, Castle Biosciences is helping to raise awareness of the importance of being sun safe year-round to help prevent future skin cancer diagnoses,” said Deb Girard, Executive Director at IMPACT Melanoma. “We are grateful for Castle’s continued support, equipping families and communities with the knowledge and resources to truly embrace sun safety practices.”

Friendswood Mayor and former NASA astronaut, Mike Foreman, will open the ribbon cutting with brief remarks followed by an award presentation for the city of Friendswood. “May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a time to educate people about the dangers of skin cancer, share information and help save lives. That is why the City of Friendswood is proud to partner with IMPACT Melanoma and Castle Biosciences to designate Friendswood as a Sun Safe Leadership Model City,” said Foreman. “We look forward to spreading awareness and information to our residents, families and friends, and protecting those we care about.”