The great majority of sufferers are cured when they are diagnosed early and treated appropriately. Melanoma usually looks like a mole or a freckle which is changing. Melanoma is now the third most frequent cancer after lung cancer, prostate cancer and breast cancer . Despite the rising incidence of malignant melanoma, the cure rate is good provided people know what to look for and seek treatment when the early signs are present. Hence the importance of public education.
All sunscreens still let through damaging ultraviolet rays.
If you stay in the sun for long periods you can damage your skin even with a sunscreen on. People with very sun sensitive skins, a large number of moles or a family history of melanoma should use these sunscreens. Recommended products are indicated in the recommended products section. Stay out of the sun, especially in the middle of the day. Re apply sunscreens every 2 hours and have your moles checked regularly, especially if you have fair skin.