Aware of Factors That Increase The Risk of Skin Cancer

In most countries around the world, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer. The number of patients diagnosed with it continues to grow. One major reason for this is that people are not aware of factors that increase the risk of skin cancer. In addition to genetics and skin color, there are other factors that can put you at higher risk. Among them, you will find an activity enjoyed by most of us.
Indoor tanning

The use of tanning beds are very widespread today. Many people use it regularly to get darker skin. This method is quite popular among young adults and young women, in particular. Many start using tanning beds in their teens.

The problem with tanning beds is that UV light they produce is about 15 times stronger than sunlight outdoors. This means that it causes more damage to the skin cells faster. As a result, people who use tanning beds frequently are 74% more likely to develop melanoma, the most deadly of all skin cancers, compared with those who never did. These people have a 67% higher risk of squamous cell carcinoma and 29% higher risk of basal cell carcinoma.

Indoor tanning is considered a major cause of skin cancer in young people. A recent study has revealed that people who enjoy regular activity 60% more likely to get this condition before age 50. Another study showed that over the last 40 years the level of this condition in young adults has increased 800%. Most of the increase is due to the huge popularity of tanning beds.

Outdoor sports room
Professional and amateur athletes involved in outdoor sports are at a higher risk of developing skin cancer due to several factors. The main one is the long-term exposure to the sun's UV radiation. Improper use of sunscreen can also play a role. Meanwhile sunscreen provides protection, will be removed faster than the skin with sweat. That is why it should be reapplied every 2 to 3 hours.

The athletes who practice high in the mountains affected by the strong UV radiation. This means that they have to use a sunscreen with a higher SPF and sunglasses and hats that offer better protection. The athletes involved in water sports need better protection as well as the fact that the water acts like a magnifying to the sun while washing the sunscreen is applied.

Taking the best protective measures to reduce the risk of skin cancer.