Uganda, Feb. 19 -- Skin cancer is a significant health concern that affects people of all ethnicities. However, research has consistently shown that fair-skinned (white) individuals and those with albinism are more susceptible to developing skin cancer compared to their dark-skinned counterparts with higher melanin levels.

In this article, we explore the reasons behind this heightened risk and look at how one can protect themselves from the negative effects of sunlight.

The causes of skin cancer cut across all skin tones. These include, prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun, (spending long hours in the scorching sun), skin pigmentation, genetic factors and family history, which plays a role in skin cancer risk, r...