With summer here and Scots enjoying a lot of sunshine over the last few weeks, experts are warning about the dangers of skin cancer as they advise how to protect against harmful UV rays.
There are various types of skin cancer, with the most commonly diagnosed cases non-melanoma cancers. These are common and highly treatable. However, Melanoma skin cancer can be hugely dangerous with cases increasing across Scotland, according to NHS Scotland. The disease kills some 2,340 people a year across the UK, according to Cancer Research UK.
Melanoma is the sixth most common cancer in Scotland and can be deadly if not found and treated early. Early diagnosis makes it easier to treat and therefore improves changes of survival.
