Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer (Basal Cell Carcinoma and Squamous Cell Carcinoma) :
Studies have suggested that reducing exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation decreases the incidence of nonmelanoma skin cancer.
Sun exposure can be reduced by changing patterns of outdoor activities to reduce time of exposure to high-intensity UV radiation (the sun is strongest from 11 am to 3 pm), wearing protective clothing (such as long sleeves and hats) when exposed to sunlight, and by using adequate amounts of sufficiently protective sunscreen.
Whether sunscreens are effective in protecting against nonmelanoma skin cancer has not been determined.
People whose skin tans poorly or burns easily after sun exposure are particularly susceptible to nonmelanoma skin cancer.
These people in particular may benefit by following prevention methods for nonmelanoma skin cancer.
Melanoma :
Studies have suggested that avoiding sunburns, especially in childhood and adolescence, may reduce the incidence of melanoma skin cancer.
Sunburn can be avoided by changing patterns of outdoor activities to reduce time of exposure to high-intensity UV radiation (the sun is strongest from 11 am to 3 pm), wearing protective clothing (such as long sleeves and hats) when exposed to sunlight, and using sunscreen.
People whose skin tans poorly or who have a large number of abnormal moles may have an increased risk of developing melanoma skin cancer.
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Who Is At Risk Of Skin Cancer
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