What You Need to Know

Skin Cancer Facts:

  • Killing two people every hour in the United States, skin cancer is the most common cancer
  • Overexposure to ultraviolet light causes 90% of skin cancer cases
  • Risk for deadly skin cancer goes up 80% after having five or more serious sunburns during adolescence

Prevention:

  • Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen that is at least SPF 30 (SPF 50 is even better) each day
  • Wear protective clothing, hats and eyewear when you’re in the sun
  • Visit a dermatologist annually

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Brian Matthys

Brian M. Matthys, DO, is a dermatologist at North Kansas City Hospital. He is also the founder and chief medical officer of Sunflower Dermatology and Medical Day Spa. With a commitment to providing better skin for a better life, he specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair and nail diseases for adult and pediatric patients. In an effort to change behavior by addressing a knowledge gap surrounding sun exposure, Dr. Matthys founded eclipseRx, a technology platform designed. When Dr. Matthys is not practicing medicine, he enjoys traveling, playing guitar and spending time with his family of four.
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