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Skin cancer will soon be the most common type of cancer

Skin cancer is projected to become the most prevalent form of cancer in the Netherlands by 2045, driven by both an aging population and concerning social media trends like intentional unprotected sun exposure. Although survival rates are high, experts emphasize that preventing sunburn and practicing proper sun protection remain critical to managing future diagnosis rates.

Experts from the Integraal Kankercentrum Nederland (IKNL) have projected that skin cancer will become the most common form of cancer by 2045, surpassing breast and prostate cancer. This rise is partly attributed to the aging population, but researchers are also deeply concerned about dangerous social media trends like tanmaxing, where young people intentionally expose themselves to sunlight without protection to achieve a tan. Sunburn at a young age is a major risk factor for developing melanomas later in life.

While skin cancer has a relatively high ten-year survival rate of 88 percent, it remains a serious health issue that often requires surgical intervention. By 2045, the number of new cancer diagnoses is expected to reach 170,000 annually, with approximately 40,000 cases of malignant skin cancer and 70,000 cases of less severe forms. Experts continue to stress the importance of preventative measures, advising people to avoid the sun during peak intensity, cover the skin, and use sunscreen to mitigate these risks.

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