Test your knowledge and learn more about skin cancer, sun safety and how best to protect yourself from harmful UV radiation.
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This information is provided by Women’s College Hospital and is not intended to replace the medical advice of your doctor or healthcare provider. Please consult your healthcare provider for advice about a specific medical condition. This document was last reviewed on: March 25, 2019.
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Question 1 of 6
1. Question
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which comes from the sun or from indoor tanning lamps, can cause:
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UV radiation from the sun as well as indoor tanning lamps damages skin and causes sun damage such wrinkles, sun spots, sun burns and skin cancer. UV radiation is also harmful to the eyes, so it’s important to wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from damage.
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UV radiation from the sun as well as indoor tanning lamps damages skin and causes sun damage such wrinkles, sun spots, sun burns and skin cancer. UV radiation is also harmful to the eyes, so it’s important to wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from damage.
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Question 2 of 6
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Skin cancer is the most common cancer around the world.
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Skin cancer is the most common cancer in Canada and around the world. It’s also very preventable and treatable especially if caught early.
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Skin cancer is the most common cancer in Canada and around the world. It’s also very preventable and treatable especially if caught early.
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Question 3 of 6
3. Question
All skin cancers look like irregular moles.
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There are two main types of skin cancer – melanoma and non-melanoma – and they look very different.
Melanomas usually looks like a mole, a blotchy, black or dark brown spot. Look for existing moles, bumps or freckles that have changes or new spots that are irregular.
Non-melanomas usually appear the same colour as your skin as spots that don’t heal. They can look like a bump, pimple, or a sore that doesn’t go away for weeks or months. They can also look like a rough, scaly patch of skin. Non-melanomas grow slowly over time.
Be proactive and check your skin regularly, and if you notice any changes or symptoms, have it assessed by your doctor.
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There are two main types of skin cancer – melanoma and non-melanoma – and they look very different.
Melanomas usually looks like a mole, a blotchy, black or dark brown spot. Look for existing moles, bumps or freckles that have changes or new spots that are irregular.
Non-melanomas usually appear the same colour as your skin as spots that don’t heal. They can look like a bump, pimple, or a sore that doesn’t go away for weeks or months. They can also look like a rough, scaly patch of skin. Non-melanomas grow slowly over time.
Be proactive and check your skin regularly, and if you notice any changes or symptoms, have it assessed by your doctor.
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Question 4 of 6
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Sunscreen is the best way to protect yourself from harmful UV radiation.
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It’s important to remember that sunscreen is not a protective shield. If you go to the beach and stay out in the sun, you will get sun damage even if you wear sunscreen. Treat sunscreen as your last line of defense and reapply frequently.
The best forms of sun protection are: avoiding the sun at peak times of the day (between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.); wearing long-sleeved clothing made of thicker weave fabrics; wearing a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses; and staying in the shade. Sunscreen should be used in addition to these protective measures, rather than instead of them.
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It’s important to remember that sunscreen is not a protective shield. If you go to the beach and stay out in the sun, you will get sun damage even if you wear sunscreen. Treat sunscreen as your last line of defense and reapply frequently.
The best forms of sun protection are: avoiding the sun at peak times of the day (between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.); wearing long-sleeved clothing made of thicker weave fabrics; wearing a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses; and staying in the shade. Sunscreen should be used in addition to these protective measures, rather than instead of them.
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Question 5 of 6
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What are some of the risk factors for skin cancer? Check all that apply.
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All of the above are just some of the risk factors for skin cancer. To learn more, click here.
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All of the above are just some of the risk factors for skin cancer. To learn more, click here.
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Question 6 of 6
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I’ve never had a sun burn, so I’m not at risk for skin cancer.
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You can get sun damage and skin cancer even if you’ve never had a sun burn but simply had a tan. That’s because tanning is considered to be a low-level burn and a form of injury to your skin.
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You can get sun damage and skin cancer even if you’ve never had a sun burn but simply had a tan. That’s because tanning is considered to be a low-level burn and a form of injury to your skin.
This information is provided by Women’s College Hospital and is not intended to replace the medical advice of your doctor or health care provider. Please consult your health care provider for advice about a specific medical condition. This document was last reviewed on: Mar 25, 2019
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