Jason Chambers is a big Hollywood actor. He is currently battling skin cancer. He confirmed this through his social media account. He told that he is battling melanoma. He also gave a warning to his fans. What exactly is melanoma? How can the sun which brightens life, the Vitamin D which is a boon for bones, become a threat to life? There is a risk of skin cancer if one comes in contact with the sun's strong rays. The ultraviolet rays of the sun damage the skin, so it is very important to be careful.

60,000 people died –

According to the WHO's International Agency for Research on Cancer, approximately 60,000 people died from melanoma in 2022. In most parts of the world, men were reported to be more affected by melanoma than women.

At the same time, according to a research published in the journal 'Mechanical Behavior of Biomaterials', the ultraviolet rays of the sun reach between the cells in the uppermost layer of the skin (stratum corneum) and weaken it. Therefore, by staying in the sun for a long time, the skin becomes a victim of sunburn and the risk of skin cancer increases manifold. There are many types of skin cancer. However, three of these - basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma are the most common.

Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer. It usually affects areas of skin that are exposed to a lot of sunlight, such as the face and hands. Squamous cell carcinoma is the second most common type of skin cancer. It also often develops on skin exposed to the sun, such as the face, ears, lips, back of the hands, arms and legs.

Melanoma is the most deadly form of skin cancer. It can develop on the skin or in an existing mole. Moles that change their size, color or shape may develop or show symptoms like pain and itching. Be it summer or winter, sun radiation damages our skin in every season. According to experts, no matter what the season, one should be careful to protect their skin from radiation.

Adopt these measures-

The best way to enjoy the sun safely is to stay in the shade, cover your skin at all times, and use sunscreen to protect your skin. As Jason Chambers explains from his experience. However, it is not that after applying sunscreen you can spend more time in the sun, but it is good for protecting those parts of the skin which you cannot cover with clothing or shade.

Ultraviolet rays from the sun can damage skin cells and cause skin cancer. You can protect your skin by following some simple tips. The first thing to do is to stay in the shade. The sun is strongest from 12 noon to 3 pm. Spend time in the shade during this time.

Even if you want to sit in the sun while going out or staying at home, cover your body with clothes, wear a hat on your head and wear sunglasses. It can be beneficial to apply sunscreen before going out in the sun. Apply sunscreen with at least SPF 30. Apply it without care before coming in contact with the sun.

Anyone can get sunburn by staying in the sun directly or for a long time. The symptoms of sunburn can be different for different skin types. In people with dark skin, it can appear as itching, while for people with fair skin, sunburn can appear red or pink.