This week on WJON's Health Matters program I talked with CentraCare Dermatologist Dr. Liz Blixt about skin cancer. Dr. Blixt says there are 3 types of skin cancer; squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, and melanoma. Blixt says melanoma is the most deadly of the 3 but basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma are both more common.
This week on WJON's Health Matters program I talked with Matt Flory of the American Cancer Society. The topic of discussion was primarily on skin cancer. Matt says sun screen is so important for everyone and especially those with fair skin.
It's the time of year where many of us are excited to get outside and soak up the summer sun. However experts says without precautions that tan may not be worth it in the end.