In order to understand how to prevent skin cancer, it helps to know what your skin does and how the sun affects it.
These pages will help you understand: what the skin does, what skin cancer and melanoma are, and what ultraviolet radiation is. This information will help you reduce your risk of skin cancer.
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The skin is your body’s largest organ and protects the body from the outside world. Find out how it works to protect you from the sun's UV rays.
Skin cancer is a benign or malignant cancer in the skin caused by overexposure to ultraviolet radiation.
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer. Find out about simple steps and checks you can do to reduce your risk.
Overexposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun can cause damage to skin cells and lead to skin cancer.
If you think tanning gives you a healthy glow, think again. Here's a reminder of some hard-hitting facts about tanning and skin cancer.
Ignore the myths about sun tanning and get the facts. Find out the best times to be in the sun and help protect your skin from cancer.
