Skin cancer is the most common cancer in Northern Ireland with 4 out of 5 cases caused by overexposure to UV rays
As the days get longer, the good weather of spring and summer is beginning to peak around the corner, and we’ll all be out enjoying the sunshine with friends and family in no time.Skin cancer is the most common cancer in Northern Ireland, so it is important to protect your skin. Around 4,149 people develop skin cancer each year, accounting for 31% of all cancers diagnosed here with 4 out of 5 cases caused by overexposure to UV rays.
She told Belfast Live that the number of skin cancers being detected here is linked to a number of factors. She added: "You can develop skin cancer at any age but we do see higher incidences in the older age groups but that doesn't mean younger people won't be impacted also. Doreen has also shared her top tips for staying safe in the sun and debunks some common myths about UV rays and skin protection:
Myth 3: The sun in Northern Ireland is not strong enough to damage your skin This is not true. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in Northern Ireland and 4 out of 5 cases are due to overexposure to UV rays. Between March and October, UV rays from the sun can be strong enough to damage your skin even when it is cool or cloudy.
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