The World Skin Cancer Map shows that Australia has much higher skin cancer rates than Brazil. In Australia, an estimated 5.4 out of 100 people will develop melanoma in their lifetime, compared to 0.4 out of 100 in Brazil.
What is Skin Cancer?
Skin cancer is a type of cancer that affects the skin cells. It is caused by over-exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun and sun beds. It is the most common type of cancer in the United States, and can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or skin color. It is very important to protect your skin from the sun by using sunscreen.
Australia also has higher rates of non-melanoma skin cancer, with estimated rates of 24.3 out of 100 people in Australia, compared to 5.3 out of 100 people in Brazil.