Skin Cancer Awareness: Risks & Prevention
June 15, 2020By: Brian Matthys
Categories: Cancer, Prevention, Your Wellness
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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