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1 in 5 Americans Face Skin Cancer Risk

6/6/2025

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One in five Americans faces the threat of skin cancer, with melanoma posing the greatest risk. Utah's melanoma rates are alarmingly high, nearly double the national average. To combat this, experts recommend SPF 30 sunscreen, steering clear of tanning beds, and conducting regular skin checks. Hope shines with Intermountain Health's new TIL therapy, boasting a 33% success rate for advanced cases.

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One in five Americans faces the threat of skin cancer, with melanoma posing the greatest risk. Utah's melanoma rates are alarmingly high, nearly double the national average. To combat this, experts recommend SPF 30 sunscreen, steering clear of tanning beds, and conducting regular skin checks. Hope shines with Intermountain Health's new TIL therapy, boasting a 33% success rate for advanced cases.