Living in the UAE, it’s easy to forget just how unforgiving the sun can be. We tan, we brunch, we weekend at the beach. But there’s a growing concern among local dermatologists that even the most ‘sun-savvy’ residents aren’t fully aware of the risks posed by the region’s intense UV levels and the consequences are showing up in doctors’ offices across the Emirates.
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and I’ve seen first-hand how often people overlook the early signs of potentially serious skin damage. And it’s not just the pale-skinned beachgoers at risk. Skin cancer doesn’t discriminate. It affects all skin types, all ages, and both men and women.
