Skin Cancers

Who is at Risk of Skin Cancer?

If you have a family history of skin cancer or multiple moles then you are at risk of the disease. If you have fair skin, many moles or sunspots you may also be at risk. Skin can be easily checked for any areas of concern at MoleSafe.

You risk of developing any type of skin cancer in greater if one or more of the following apply to you:

• Fair or freckled skin, especially if it burns easily and doesn’t tan.
• Red or fair hair and light-coloured eyes.
• Experienced short, intense periods of exposure to UV radiation, eg. on weekends or holidays or when playing sport
• Actively tanned or used solariums/sunbeds.
• Worked outdoors.
• A weakened immune system, which could be caused by taking certain medications after an organ transplant (immunosuppressants) or have other medical conditions necessitating these medications.
• Lots of moles
• Moles with an irregular shape and uneven colour (dysplastic naevi).
• A previous or family history of skin cancer.
• Certain conditions such as sunspots.

People with olive or very dark skin naturally have more protection against skin cancer because their skin produces more melanin than fair-skinned people. However, they can still develop skin cancer.

If you have experienced long or intense sun exposure, or have any concerns about your skin, contact us for a skin check and consultation.