Sun Damage
Sun Damage
Excessive exposure to the sun can cause premature aging, wrinkles, sunburn, and even skin cancer. The American Academy of Dermatology states that more than 90% of all skin cancers occur on sun exposed skin.
Using sunscreen correctly with an SPF of at least 15, staying out of the sun as much as possible between the hours of 10am and 4pm, and wearing protective clothing and hats are essential to keeping your skin healthy and may reduce your risk of skin cancer.
Skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer and also one of the most treatable if discovered early. Melanoma, the most aggressive form of skin cancer, can look like an irregular dark brown- or black-shaped mole.
We recommend that you have a skin cancer screening at least once a year or sooner if you detect an abnormal mole that has changed.
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