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Cancer Questions is a podcast by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute that addresses some of the most common questions surrounding cancer. From screening recommendations to actionable ways to decrease your cancer risk, our experts provide research-backed insights that everyone can use.
Elizabeth Buchbinder, MD, explains how skin color influences melanoma risk.
While individuals with lighter skin tones have a higher risk of cutaneous melanoma, those with darker skin tones are still at risk, particularly for melanomas on the hands, feet, or mucous membranes. These melanomas are often harder to detect, more aggressive, and diagnosed later, making early detection crucial. Watching for changes in moles, itching, bleeding, or growth is essential for everyone, regardless of skin color.
Want to learn more about skin cancer risk, screening and prevention? Visit: https://www.dana-farber.org/cancer-care/treatment/cutaneous-skin-cancer
Cancer Questions
Cancer Questions is a podcast by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute that addresses some of the most common questions surrounding cancer. From screening recommendations to actionable ways to decrease your cancer risk, our experts provide research-backed insights that everyone can use.
