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The power of self-examination and early skin cancer

detection

May 28, 2024 / 12:22 AM
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Sharjah24: In the spirit of Skin Cancer Awareness Month in May, it’s imperative to
pause and reflect on the importance of protecting our skin and detecting potential
cancers early. Skin cancer is the most common cancer type worldwide, with non-
melanoma skin cancers, such as basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell
carcinoma (SCC), being the most frequently diagnosed. Across the globe, millions of
people are diagnosed with non-melanoma skin cancer each year, a staggering statistic
that highlights the need for increased awareness and preventive measures.

Exposure to ultraviolet UV radiation, whether from natural sunlight or artificial sources
like sunbeds, is the primary driver behind the development of skin cancer. Additionally,

individuals with fair skin, genetic disorders depleting skin pigment, a family history of
skin cancer, or those who received severe sunburns early in life, are at a higher risk of
developing the disease. The most common symptom of skin cancer is the formation of

growths on the skin’s surface that can often be mistaken for moles.

The importance of early detection

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