Hugh Jackman has taken to social media to plead with his fans: please wear sunscreen.
Treated for the fourth time for skin cancer on his nose, the "Wolverine" star shared a bandaged-nose selfie last Monday on Instagram.
Moreover, the photo came with a public
service announcement. “An example of what happens when you don’t wear
sunscreen. Basal Cell. The mildest form of cancer but serious, nonetheless. PLEASE USE SUNSCREEN and get regular check-ups,” read the Instagram post caption.
The actor’s spokesperson revealed to a publication that his basal cell removal surgery last Monday morning was a
success.
“The margins are clear and he’s fine,” said Jackman’s spokesperson.
“I never wore sunscreen growing up so I was a prime candidate for it," recalled the actor, who also had skin cancer cells taken from his shoulder.
Basal cell carcinoma is one of two non-melanoma skin cancer types, the other being squamous cell carcinoma.
These non-melanoma cancers are more prevalent among men than women, with double the incidence. Melanoma, on the other hand, is the most dangerous form of the condition.
Source: techtimes.com
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