Skin cancers involve abnormal cell changes in the outer layer of skin called the epidermis.
It is by far the most common cancer in the world. Most cases are cured, but the disease is a major health concern because it affects so many people. The incidence of skin cancer is rising, even though most cases can be prevented by limiting the skin's exposure to ultraviolet radiation.
Skin cancer is about three times more common in men than in women, and the risk increases with age. Most people diagnosed with skin cancer are between 40 and 60 years old, although all forms of the disease are appearing more often in younger people. If you or any close relatives have had skin cancer, you are more likely to get the disease.
It is by far the most common cancer in the world. Most cases are cured, but the disease is a major health concern because it affects so many people. The incidence of skin cancer is rising, even though most cases can be prevented by limiting the skin's exposure to ultraviolet radiation.
Skin cancer is about three times more common in men than in women, and the risk increases with age. Most people diagnosed with skin cancer are between 40 and 60 years old, although all forms of the disease are appearing more often in younger people. If you or any close relatives have had skin cancer, you are more likely to get the disease.