Medical Research

A biopsy of melanoma cancer cells under a microscope. The cells have been stained for greater contrast.
Cancer
Melanoma in darker skin tones: Race and sex play a role, Mayo study finds

A recent Mayo Clinic study reveals melanoma is often detected later in people with darker skin complexions.

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