# Cancer Prevention Apps The Skin Scan App Analyzes Moles for Melanoma By Christopher DeLuca | Published 2011-06-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skin-scan-app References: [eu.techcrunch](http://eu.techcrunch.com/2011/06/27/check-your-skin-for-a-melanoma-yes-theres-an-app-for-that-too/) & [skinscanapp](http://www.skinscanapp.com/index_3) The Skin Scan app is a groundbreaking new piece of technology available in the app store that lets you track moles and decide whether or not to visit a physician. The app works by taking a photo of your mole and measuring its development and likelihood of turning into cancer. What I particularly like about the Skin Scan app is that it is attempting to solve a real-world problem. The app also geo-tags the location of moles reported globally, which could lead to a tracking of the development of skin cancer. This innovative app is certainly one to check out. **Implications** - The digital revolution has made consumers eager for technology that will solve real-world problems and makle their lives dramatically better. This stems from a desire to bright about a future that they have seen represented in popular media. Companies, whether it a technological field or not, should consider how to do social good and consider their best marketing strategy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Cancer Prevention Apps:** Skin Scan app and other similar innovations show the potential for technology to prevent and detect cancer early. - **Healthcare Tracking Solutions:** Geo-tagging and tracking moles globally demonstrates the potential for healthcare tracking solutions using mobile technology. - **Real-world Problem Solvers:** Consumers are increasingly seeking out innovative technologies that aim to solve real-world issues like skin cancer detection and prevention. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Healthcare Technology:** The Skin Scan app and other cancer prevention apps present disruptive opportunities for the healthcare technology industry. - **Mobile App Development:** The rise of cancer prevention apps highlights potential growth opportunities for mobile app development companies. - **Social Responsibility Marketing:** Technology companies can differentiate themselves by prioritizing social good and demonstrating their commitment to solving real-world problems. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Skin Health-Detecting Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-skin.md) - [Breast Health Awareness Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/know-your-lemons.md) - [At-Home Cancer Screening Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mfine.md) - [Ocular Disease-Detecting Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clearly-vision.md) - [Digitized Skincare Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skin-surveyor.md) - [Cardiac Risk Screening Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardiac-risk-screening-app.md) - [Wearable Skin Protection Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-uv-detector.md) - [Dermatology-Backed Skincare Coaches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skincare-digital-coach.md) - [Location-Based UV Tracker Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sun-day-app.md)