Article: How To Prevent Skin Cancer - Risk Factors Revealed
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How To Prevent Skin Cancer - Risk Factors Revealed
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, but there are steps that one can take to help reduce their risk of developing the disease. The most widely discussed preventative measure is to minimize exposure to the sun?s UV rays, which greatly increases the risk. If you have to be in the sun, use sunscreen with a high SPF (Sun Protection Factor). Individuals should apply sunscreen generously, before going out into the sun, and continue to reapply often. Studies have shown that the application of sunscreen can help to prevent skin cancer. The sun is most powerful between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., which is when it?s rays are the strongest and most damaging to the skin. Other options for protecting yourself from the sun include dressing in dark colors. In addition...
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