It can cause various forms of melanomas on the skin. In many parts of the world this is the most common form of cancer. It’s of particular concern if you are taking out International Health Insurance to move to a country that may be significantly hotter than the country you currently live in.
The best way to reduce your chances of developing skin cancer of any kind is:
It is thought extra hormones produced by fat cells in your body can contribute to the growth of cancer cells. It is important to eat well to maintain a healthy body weight, exercise regularly and limit our intake of red meat.
Following these steps in no way guarantees you will avoid cancer while you are abroad which is why it is really important your expat medical insurance covers you no matter what happens.
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