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Bodycare,  EXTRA,  FEATURES,  HEALTH,  May 2025

Deep Dive: Swimmer’s Skin

Cancer Research UK reports that melanoma skin cancer is the fifth most common cancer in the UK, accounting for five percent of all new cancer cases. Outdoor swimmers are at high risk for melanoma, sunburn and skin issues so we speak to GP in Community Dermatology, Dr Rebecca Alsop to learn more.

Why are outdoor swimmers at high risk for melanoma, sunburn, and skin issues?

There are a number of factors but these are the biggest issues:

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