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    Risk Factors

    Every person, no matter their gender, race, or age can develop melanoma, but there are certain factors that increase the chance of melanoma developing:
    • Sunlight and Tanning Beds (UV Rays)
    • Bad sunburns as a child or an adult
    • Moles on the skin
    • Freckles
    • Fair skin (there is less melanin to protect the skin)
    • Blonde, red, or light brown hair
    • Blue eyes
    • Family history of any skin cancer