Health Tip: Risk Factors for Skin Cancer
(HealthDay News) -- People who have fair skin -- or who are otherwise more susceptible to sunburn -- are at increased risk for skin cancer.
The U.S. National Library of Medicine lists these other common risk factors for skin cancer:
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Having a lot of freckles or moles.
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Having blue, gray or green eyes.
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Having blond or red hair.
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Having had many severe sunburns early in life.
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Having a family history of skin cancer.
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Being out in the sun frequently for long periods.
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Consistent exposure to the sun without use of sunscreen.
Online Medical Reviewer:
Sylvia Byrd, RN, BSN, MBA
Online Medical Reviewer:
Daphne Pierce-Smith, RN, MSN, FNP, CCRC
Last Annual Review Date:
11/12/2008