Generation after generation have always loved to lay in the sun. Did you ever slather n the baby oil and lay in the sun only to end up red, burned, and peeling?
Skin cancer is a condition where cancer cells arise from a person’s skin. This is due to the development of abnormal skin cells. These cells have the capability of spreading to other parts of the body.
There are three tips of cancer cells:
- basal cell cancer
- squamous cell cancer
- melanoma
Skin cancers may look like:
- a spot or sore that does not heal within 4 weeks
- a spot or sore that itches, hurts, is scabbed/crusty, or bleeds forbore than 4 weeks
- Areas where the skin has broken down and does not heal within 4 weeks
Preventing skin cancer:
- apply sunblock liberally and reapply often
- avoid tanning beds
- avoid the direct sun, especially from 10am to 4pm
- avoid smoking as it has been shown to increase the risk of developing skin cancer
- cover up with clothing, including a broad-brimmed hat and UV-blocking sunglasses
- don’t get sunburned
- when outdoors stay in the shade if possible during the hottest times of the day
- examine your skin every month from head-to-toe
- See a dermatologist at least once a year for a professional skin exam
