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As temperatures rise and more time is spent outdoors, dermatologists urge everyone to pay closer attention to their skin. According to the American Cancer Society, melanoma — the deadliest form of skin cancer — is expected to be diagnosed in more than 112,000 Americans this year as invasive disease, a figure that has climbed nearly 47% in the past decade. (iStock)
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Protect your skin: What to know about melanoma and Mohs surgery at Vanderbilt Health
A vast majority of melanoma cases are linked to ultraviolet exposure from sunlight, making it largely preventable. Risk factors include fair skin, a history of sunburns (especially in childhood), numerous moles, and a family history of melanoma.
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