I was taught that melanomas were associated with the number of blistering sunburns someone has had. Which makes sense why someone who can tan, and gets regular sun exposure would have less risk. Those fair skinned who rarely venture outside, but when they do burn badly would be more at risk. Even with the "new" theory above, I think this rule of thumb still fits. If you're fair, keep your sunscreen!
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Cancer Specialist: Sun Exposure Does Not Cause Melanoma
I was taught that melanomas were associated with the number of blistering sunburns someone has had. Which makes sense why someone who can tan, and gets regular sun exposure would have less risk. Those fair skinned who rarely venture outside, but when they do burn badly would be more at risk. Even with the "new" theory above, I think this rule of thumb still fits. If you're fair, keep your sunscreen!
June 7, 2009 at 8:32 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )