Rural Health Matters: Sun Safety and Protecting Yourself From Skin Cancer

On this Rural Health Matters segment, we are bringing you trusted health information from the experts at the University of Nebraska on the topic of skin cancer.

Summer is the perfect time to talk about sun safety, especially for those who spend long hours working outdoors.

Dr. Jeffrey Gold, the President of the University of Nebraska, spoke with RFD-TV’s Suzanne Alexander about skin cancer in rural America, how to protect yourself, and early warning signs.

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