Weight loss reduces skin cancer risk

Obesity is a known risk factor for many cancers. A recent study, involving over 2,000 bariatric surgery patients, asks whether losing weight could reduce the risk of melanoma. A new study investigates weight loss and skin cancer risk. In the United States, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer.

In 2014 alone, there were almost 80,000 new cases, and by the end of 2018, it is estimated that there will be more than 90,000. Understanding the risk factors behind every type of cancer is important in our effort to minimize the population's risk at large. CLICK HERE TO READ ARTICLE!