Rung 5 · Established
Protect your skin from UV
UV exposure is the main avoidable cause of most skin cancers.
PreventionYou can do this
What studies found
Shade, clothing, broad-spectrum sunscreen and avoiding tanning beds are standard prevention advice from every major cancer body.
The catch
Childhood sunburns and tanning-bed use carry particular risk.
What to do
Use sunscreen on exposed skin, cover up at midday and never use tanning beds. Check your skin for changing moles.
Sources
Rung 5 of 5, Established: Large randomized trials or overwhelming, consistent human evidence; reflected in major guidelines. How we score
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