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The study group, led by Dr. Darrell Rigel, found the following factors associated with melanoma detection: a history of blistering sunburns as a teenager; red or blond hair; marked freckling of the upper back; a family history of melanoma; … “Most sunscreens on the market provide inadequate levels of UVA protection , but high levels of UVB protection . This allows one to stay in the sun for multiple hours as opposed to minutes, all the while not sunburning, …

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Everybody should read the story of Cheryl Armstrong, a self-described “sun worshiper” for most of her life. She enjoyed Caribbean vacations, lounging in the sun, and a good tan. Not anymore. Cheryl, 58, was diagnosed with skin cancer in 2006 and underwent topical chemotherapy. She is cancer free but cautious of the sun. She is one of more than a million people diagnosed with skin cancer each year in the United States…

The three types of skin cancer – malignant melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and basal cell carcinoma – are primarily the result of genetics and exposure to ultraviolet light. “Sun is the main cause,” said Dr. David Van Dam, a dermatologist with Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital. Risk factors include fair skin, freckles, blue eyes, red or blond hair, and a family history of skin cancer, Van Dam said.

Sunburn, especially blistering sun burn, can also increase a person’s risk for skin cancer, he said. Even occasional tanning can be harmful. “There is no such thing as a safe tan,” he said. “The only safe tan comes out of a bottle.” … Sun avoidance and sun protection are the best ways to decrease the risk of skin cancer, Van Dam and Khanna said. That means using sunscreen , SPF 30 or higher is usually recommended, wearing a hat, covering up, and avoiding midday sun …

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Sunburn or excessive sun damage, especially early in life. UVA & UVB have both been involved in causing DNA damage resulting in cancer. Chronic non-healing wounds, especially burns. Treatment for skin cancer and the precancerous skin lesions … The best ways to lower the risk of non-melanoma skin cancer are to avoid intense sunlight for long periods of time and to practice sun safety . For low-risk disease, radiation therapy and cryotherapy (freezing the cancer off) can …

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