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How to prevent a skin cancer diagnosis this summer — and beyond

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Did you know one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime?

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Summer is right around the corner — which means more time in the sun. It also means remembering it’s important to take care of your skin and protect yourself from skin cancer, which is the most common type of cancer. (Hint: Sunscreen is a good start.)

The experts at The University of Kansas Cancer Center, the region’s only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center (and just one of 53 nationwide) share prevention tips, risk factors, signs + symptoms of skin cancer, and more. Skin cancer FAQs, answered.*

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