At the "Spectrum Dermatology 2022" press conference, a connection between the greater intensity of UV radiation in Germany and the increasing number of skin cancer cases in men and women each year was identified.

Dermatologists expect skin cancer cases to rise

For some time now, UV exposure has been measured at measuring stations in Germany, as was previously only the case in Sicily. People who work outdoors a lot, such as in construction or agriculture, have a high UV exposure and can be considered a high-risk group. In Germany, occupationally acquired skin cancer has become the most frequently recognized occupational disease among outdoor workers who have been exposed to the sun for many years. In Germany, skin cancer has been recognized as an occupational disease since 2015; this step is still pending in Austria.

Prof. Dr. Swen Malte John, from Osnabrück University Hospital, reports that 10,000 cases are reported here every year, 6,000 of which are recognized as occupational illnesses. In his opinion, climate change will exacerbate these incidents.

But it's not just people who are exposed to more UV radiation at work who need to be careful. Due to the higher UV radiation dose, everyone who spends time outdoors must ensure they use good sun protection, even on cloudy days.

It is also very important to visit a dermatologist regularly for skin cancer screening, to check moles yourself regularly and to have them checked by a professional. If there are any abnormalities, go to the dermatologist immediately and have them checked. If detected early, light skin cancer can be treated well.

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Series of articles on skin cancer

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