3 Ways To Minimize Skin Cancer Risk

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Skin cancer is a serious risk to your health if left untreated or exacerbated by external factors.  Current data suggests that over 9,500 Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer every day.  Research also indicates that 1 in 5 people will develop skin cancer in their lifetime.

While some skin cancers are benign and may not require invasive procedures, other forms such as melanoma are far more severe to your health.  These highly dangerous skin cancers can spread quickly and require invasive surgeries that cause unsightly scarring.

Check out the three best ways to minimize your risk of skin cancer and the costly medical bills that come with untreated growth.

Lifestyle
Changes

Most commonly, there are two reasons that skin cancer occurs in a person: overexposure to UV rays and tanning beds.

While sunlight can be great for boosting the production of vitamin D needed to keep our bodies in a balanced physical and mental state, too much can have serious skin consequences. Therefore, it is recommended that you use sunscreen with 30 SPF or higher, especially when you’ll be exposed to the sun for extended periods.

Similarly, hyper exposure to UV rays in a tanning bed can also cause damage to skin cells and promote skin cancer growth.

Medical
Options

Individuals can also be genetically predisposed to spots, moles, and easily sunburned skin that can become more severe skin conditions.

It’s essential to know your family history and get regular checkups with your primary care provider to ensure that no benign growths have transitioned to more severe issues.

Stress
Reduction Techniques

Recent studies suggest that stress may limit our cells’ ability to stay healthy.  So consider engaging in daily activities that boost oxygen production, enhance mental stability, and increase immune system functions.