Specialized pathologists agree that certain types of skin growths are overdiagnosed. Some experts recommend sunscreen or avoiding the sun, yet exposure is necessary for optimal health. Here’s how to protect your skin.
Data published in JAMA Dermatology in April 2022 revealed that nearly two-thirds of dermatopathologists believe that skin cancer is overdiagnosed.1 According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD),2 skin cancer will affect 1 in 5 Americans in their lifetime, making it one of the most common cancers diagnosed in the U.S.
