Golfers Should Protect Themselves From Skin Cancer
posted in Golf Tips, News |This time of year most golfers are looking forward to getting back on the course and enjoying their golf game. The tempratures are starting to rise and the beautiful Spring time of the year is blooming all over.
All golfers should be very aware of the dangers that prolonged exposure to the sun can cause. The threat of skin cancer is something that everyone should take serious and take the proper precautions to try and avoid any complications. Merkel cell carcinoma, also called neuroendocrine carcinoma of the skin can be quite serious. This form of cancer may be associated with older golfers that are constantly exposed to the sun. Also if there is a family history of skin cancer one should be extra cautious. Anyone that is playing in high altitudes should take care to cover up. Some of the things that all players may want to think about when they are out for extended exposure is sun screen 15 or greater, wide brim hats and wear sunglasses.