CNN —Skin cancer is by far the most common form of cancer in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society.
As we head into summer, what do we need to know about the chance of developing skin cancer?
In addition, those who are at increased risk for skin cancer should ask a dermatologist if they should receive regular skin exams.
These include personal or family history of skin cancer, history of precancerous lesions such as actinic keratoses, certain genetic disorders such as xeroderma pigmentosum and history of immunosuppression.
And it’s not only people who are fair-skinned who can have skin cancer; individuals of all colors, including those with brown and Black skin, can develop skin cancer.
Persons:
Leana Wen, Wen, Anastasiia
Organizations:
CNN, American Cancer Society, Northern, George Washington University, Getty, Preventive Services Task Force, immunosuppression
Locations:
United States