High UV radiation – AOK warns: Beware of the spring sun:
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Spring UV Rise Fuels Skin Cancer Risk IncreaseMelanoma cases among AOK insurees in Baden-Württemberg rose 4.35% from 2020 to 2024 amid higher UV levels.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-nachrichten.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stuttgarter-nachrichten.de
- UV radiation is already high in spring due to climate change, increasing risks of skin damage and cancer.
- AOK data shows melanoma cases increased from 2,067 to 2,434 in Baden-Württemberg between 2020 and 2024.
- In the Esslingen district, melanoma diagnoses rose from 140 in 2020 to 150 in 2024 among AOK members.
- Regular skin cancer screenings starting at age 35, avoiding strong sun exposure, and using protective measures are advised.
The incidence of melanoma, the particularly dangerous form of skin cancer, has clearly increased in recent years.— In a statement by AOK Baden-Württemberg
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