Skin Cancer
Skin cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the skin cells. It is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal skin cells, usually triggered by the damage to the DNA of skin cells, often caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or tanning beds.
Regular skin self-examinations, protection from UV radiation, and prompt medical attention for suspicious moles or skin lesions are important measures for preventing and detecting skin cancer at an early stage when treatment is most effective.