Why men, wealthy people and maritime residents are more likely to develop skin cancer
Source: Science Daily, September 2023
A new study led by McGill University examines why people living in Atlantic regions are more at-risk for developing melanoma than other Canadians, providing lessons on skin cancer prevention for the whole country.
Rates of melanoma, a deadly form of skin cancer, have been rising globally, including in Canada.
Current estimates indicate that up to 1 in 3 Canadians will develop some form of skin cancer during their lifetime.
