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Compared to Distribution

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Compared to Target

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Compared to a Single Value

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Compared to Prior Value

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Prevalence of Skin Cancer

Measurement Period: 2017
This indicator shows the percentage of adults who was ever told by a doctor, nurse or other health professional that they have skin cancer.

Why is this important?

Skin cancer is the abnormal growth of skin cells. It is the most common cancer in the United States. There are three major types of skin cancer — basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma. Most cases of melanoma, the deadliest kind of skin cancer, are caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. The risk of skin cancer can be reduced by limiting or avoiding exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation such as stay in the shade, use sunscreen, and avoid indoor tanning. Regular inspection of the skin for suspicious changes can help detect skin cancer at its earliest stages. Early detection of skin cancer provides the greatest chance for successful skin cancer treatment.
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City: District of Columbia

3.4%
Source: DC Department of Health Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Measurement period: 2017
Maintained by: DC Healthy Communities Collaborative
Last update: August 2019
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Compared to the US Value (5.8%), District of Columbia has a value of 3.4% which is lower and better.
US Value
(5.8% in 2011)
Compared to the prior value, District of Columbia (3.4%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (3.3%).
Prior Value
(3.3%)
Over time, the District of Columbia value is increasing significantly.
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