Rates of skin cancer have risen by nearly a third over the past decade ... especially if you burn easily. “Remember that sunburn doesn’t only happen when it’s hot — it can happen on cooler or cloudier days too. The best way to protect your skin ...

When it comes to skin cancer, most people think of warnings about sunburn and tanning beds. But up to 1-in-7 melanoma patients are genetically predisposed to the disease, suggesting that genetics may play a larger role in the disease than is often recognized. AP

Melanoma skin cancer cases are anticipated to reach a record high in the UK this summer, as experts are issuing a warning to people.Caused by too much exposure to ultraviolet light from the Sun

Sunshine may be good for the soul, but too much of it may not be good for our skin. As the weather gets nicer, a lot of us will be spending more time outside in the sunshine — which means a higher risk for skin cancer.

A cancer charity is warning people to do more to protect themselves from the sun as the number of melanoma skin-cancer cases in the UK continues to rise. Cancer Research UK predicts there will be a record 20,

UK skin cancer cases reach all-time high – charity - Ultraviolet rays from the sun can damage DNA in skin cells and cause skin cancer.