Fun in the sun: Protecting your skin during the summer

Katherine Allen Contributor You may have a friend or family member who comes back from the dermatologist looking like they contracted measles, but be glad they are getting checked out. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S. (one in five will develop skin cancer in their lifetime). Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer. One person in the USA dies every hour from melanoma, so it is important to take steps to protect yourself. Everyone needs protection Many people think a base tan helps protect them from damage, which is false. Even dark-skinned people can get skin cancer. Although fair-skinned consumers are likely to absorb more solar energy than dark-ski