It has been recommended by the Ottawa Public Health that people should be made aware of the ill effects of too much exposure to sun rays. There are fears that extreme exposure to UV rays emitted by the sun can lead to skin cancer.

In a recent report, it has been highlighted that one in ten adult in Ottawa is at higher risk of developing skin cancer. Last year, about 35% of the adults were said to have experienced sun burns. Young adults are at higher risk of being tanned as they use artificial equipments to protect their skin from being tanned.

Skin cancer is a graver issue in Ottawa as many succumbs to death because of it. The rates of fatal skin cancer, melanoma, was higher in the region in 2007. However, the rates of bowel cancer and cervical cancer were quite low.

Therefore, it is necessary for to make people aware of the skin cancer. It has been reported that in 2007, about 1,554 people succumbed to death after coming in contact with skin cancer. However, when it comes to the health of heart, the residents of Ottawa need not to be worried as their heart health is generally regarded as good.

However, it is cancer which is taking toll on the lives of innocent people. It is necessary to make the people aware of the preventive measures by which they can prevent coming in contact with cancer.

Skin cancer can be prevented by limiting sun exposure and by using effective sunscreen. Too much use of artificial tan equipments can also trigger deadly skin cancer. Therefore, the usage of it should be limited. It is hoped that people will take a serious note of the report and will act accordingly.