Get the facts about skin cancer, the most common cancer in the United States and worldwide.
- 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70.
- More than 2 people die of skin cancer in the U.S. every hour.
- Having 5 or more sunburns doubles your risk for melanoma.
- When detected early, the 5-year survival rate for melanoma is 99 percent.
(Source: Skin Cancer .org)
Skin Cancer Facts & Statistic | Skin Cancer Foundation
Skin Cancer: Melanoma, Basal Cell and Squamous Cell Carcinoma | WebMD
Melanoma & Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer Resource Center | WebMD
Skin Cancer | Mayo Clinic
Skin Cancer Slideshow | WebMD
Basal Cell Carcinoma | Cleveland Clinic
Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer | May Clinic
What To Expect During a Full-Body Skin Cancer Screening | Cleveland Clinic
Annual Exams | Skin Cancer Foundation
When Should I Get a Skin Cancer Screening? | Scripps
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