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WWE Star John Cena Diagnosed With Skin Cancer Twice: Check Out These Sun Safety Tips By CDC
John Cena, the 48-year-old globally known actor and WWE superstar recently opened up about his skin cancer diagnosis. He was diagnosed with skin cancer in the past and only recently he spoke about it in public especially to bring to attention the importance of sunscreen usage while you are exposed under the sun rays. In an interview with the US media, he stated that he never really considered wearing sunscreen and neglected his skin. He said that he was rather stubborn, did not want to have a routine and thought that the problem would not reach him. He mentions being exposed to the sun a lot with very minimal protection which possibly made his skin vulnerable to cancer.
Actor andWWE star John Cenarecently disclosed that he was diagnosed with skin cancer on two separate occasions. The first diagnosis occurred during a routine dermatological checkup, where a cancerous spot was removed from his chest. A year later, another spot was discovered on his shoulder. He also shared that he was lucky to have a good dermatologist who helped him process his fear around the diagnosis.
Our skin is as important as the other organs in our body and as a matter of fact, the most important considering it is the largest organ in the body. However, we often neglect our skin especially when it comes to protecting it from diseases like cancer. Skin cancer or melanoma appears first in the outer layer called the epidermis. This is where it begins and this is made up of three kinds of cells. Read on:
According to CDC, Protection from UV rays is important all year, not just during the summer. UV rays can reach you on cloudy and cool days, and they reflect off of surfaces like water, cement, sand, and snow. In the continental United States, UV rays are strongest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daylight saving time (9 a.m. to 3 p.m. standard time).
The UV Index forecasts the strength of UV rays each day. If the UV index is 3 or higher in your area, protect your skin from too much exposure to the sun. Take a look at these 5 CDC recommendations to protect your skin when the UV index is 3 or higher: