Hugh Jackman's Skin Cancer Scare Raises Awareness for Sunscreen Use

Hugh Jackman has received the all-clear for skin cancer after undergoing tests for the disease. The actor has received treatment for basal cell carcinoma several times and has urged his fans to protect themselves in the sun. Basal cell carcinoma of the skin is one of the most common cancers in the U.S. and is most frequently caused by exposure to the sun or indoor tanning. Wearing sunscreen daily, avoiding the most intense sunlight, and checking your skin monthly can reduce the risk of developing the disease.