The Danger of Skin Cancer While Driving

Skin cancer usually appears in areas that are exposed to the sun for long periods of time. Scientists say that the lack of protection in the windows of the vehicles significantly increases the risk of tumors of the skin at the left side of the body. This risk increases much more with the drivers that prefer to drive with the window down. According to experts most of the crystals used in the windows of cars blocks the rays that cause burns to the skin, ultraviolet B, but allow the passage of ultraviolet A, which are penetrating and more dangerous.

Typically men have more cases of cancer than women. And it is much more dangerous among young people. Among the men affected, the signs of skin cancer are related to body parts that are exposed while driving the car, usually at the left side of the body. This includes head, neck, arms and hands. The danger increases when traveling long distances with the sun on the left side of the car.

Risk factors of skin cancer:

1- Lighter color of the skin.
2- Family history of skin cancer.
3- Personal history of skin cancer.
4- Prolonged exposure to the sun at work or outdoor activities.
5- History of sunburn at an early age.
6- Skin that burns is full of freckles or reddens easily, or exposure that is painful.
7- Blue or green eyes.
9- Blond or red hair.
10- Certain types of moles and lots of them.

Symptoms of skin cancer:

1- A wound that does not heal.
2- Areas of skin that is small, irregular, smooth and shiny.
3- In red or reddish brown.
4- Flat, rough, red or brown and scaly.
5- Bleeding or crust.

Prevention:

1- Use windows with darkened windows or place for UV filters.
2- Cover yourself with clothing to protect skin exposed to sunlight, such as long sleeves or driving sleeves.
3- Do not abuse exposed to the sun at midday hours (between 10.00 am and 4.00 pm), at these times the ultraviolet rays are stronger and cause more damage.
4- Use sunscreen of high Sun Protection Factor (SPF).
5- Explore the moles and spots on your body in search of anomalies.