One of the most common of all types of cancers is skin cancer.  In fact, there are over one million cases reported each year.  Skin cancer occurs in three types.  Basil cell skin and squamous cell carcinomas are not likely to cause death but can cause disfigurement and should be treated as soon as possible.  Carcinomas are most often found in the parts of the body most often exposed to the sun, such as the face, head, neck and arms.  People who have spent the most amount of time in the sun are the most likely to have these types of cancers.

Those with fair completion, freckles and moles are also more prone to carcinomas.  Melanomas are more dangerous types of skin cancers.  When not detected, they can metastasize and spread to other parts of the body.  Melanoma, when spread is more difficult to treat and can be fatal.  In order to avoid all types of skin cancers, everyone should use a high SPF sunscreen wear hats and clothing that covers the skin.  Sunscreen should block both UVA and UVB rays from the sun.  Sunshades should be worn at all times when in the sun to protect the eyes from cataracts.