Who is at greatest risk from sun damage and sun-related skin cancers?
Unfortunately, no one is safe from sun-induced skin cancer, but there are several factors that dramatically increase the risk. Anyone who has been sunburned even once before the age of 18 has a dramatically increased risk up to 50%! Fair-skinned individuals are the most prone to sun damage, as are people taking medications that contraindicate sun exposure. Speak to a dermatologist immediately if you have a skin lesion that appears suddenly, with asymmetrical appearance, darker edges than center, that changes color, or becomes larger than 1/4 inch (6 mm). What’s the best preventative approach to sun damage problem? If youre directly exposed to sunlight, ensuring proper coverage is vital. Recent studies show that its better to apply an SPF15 more frequently (every 30 minutes) than it is to use a higher SPF less frequently. Its also important to keep in mind that a higher SPF doesnt necessarily mean better coverage. You see, a products SPF is calculated based on how much sunscreen it cont
