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Background
Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation is the leading cause of skin cancer. There are 2 types of UV radiation:
Ultraviolet A (UVA). UVA radiation can pass through glass. Research suggests that it may:
Cause premature aging and wrinkling of the skin
Play a role in causing basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma
Ultraviolet B (UVB). UVB does not pass through car windows or other types of glass. UVB radiation:
Cancer research studies look for and find better ways to prevent, diagnose, and treat cancer. Doctors and scientists can design these studies in many ways to answer the questions they have. No study design is perfect. Each has strengths and limits.
It is normal to be afraid of side effects when you start cancer treatment. You may have heard stories from family and friends who have had cancer about their experiences. You may have also seen movies or read about how difficult treatment can be. But it's important to remember that cancer treatment is different for everyone and there are many factors involved. And, your health care team now has more ways to prevent and relieve side effects than ever before.
Common worries include:
Background
This section lists government agencies in the United States that oversee the approval of cancer drugs and treatments, license hospitals and medical professionals, and provide other information to U.S. citizens about cancer. Each link provided here will take you to that government agency's website.
