Suspicious Skin Moles? Rashes? There's Now An App For That05:25

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May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. A new app provides users with a first line of advice about whether any of their moles, rashes or skin conditions are dangerous. It's always important to see a physician. But the app provides a board-certified dermatologist's advice about whether a visit is urgent.

Here & Now's Robin Young talks with Dr. Alexander Börve (@DrBorve), who developed the First Derm app.