1. Health  Skin Cancer Risk Factors  People of any age, race, or
skin color can develop skin cancers such as basal cell
carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. However, the
likelihood of developing these diseases increases when you have
one or more of the risk factors described in this section.  What
Is Your Risk of Developing Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer? An
introduction to the risk factors associated with nonmelanoma
skin cancers such as basal and squamous cell carcinoma.  Less
Common Risk Factors for Basal and Squamous Cell Cancer Besides
ultraviolet light, a variety of diseases, skin conditions,
chemicals, and medicines can increase your risk of developing
skin cancer.  What Are the Main Melanoma Risk Factors? Melanoma
risk factors, either alone or in combination, can make you more
likely to develop the skin cancer. Know your risks, and how you
may prevent it.  Cancer Genetics and Melanoma A number of
genetic factors are being investigated for their role in
melanoma, including inherited genes as well