Bibliograph

Frequently asked questions about skin cancer, John M. Shea

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Label

Frequently asked questions about skin cancer, John M. Shea

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Frequently asked questions about skin cancer

Medium

electronic resource

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Responsibility statement

John M. Shea

Series statement

FAQ: teen life

Summary

Teens' enthusiasm for tanning can result in excessive sun exposure and the use of indoor tanning facilities. These activities put them at risk for skin cancer, including the deadliest form, melanoma. In fact, according to Johns Hopkins Children's Center, skin cancer is becoming increasingly common among teens and young adults. Readers will come to understand the various forms of skin cancer, including how they develop and how they can be detected and treated. Teens learn how to protect themselves by practicing sun safety behaviors such as minimizing UV radiation exposure and wearing protective clothing and sunscreen. Images illuminate concepts in the text, and myths and facts correct common misconceptions

Target audience

adult

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