The Journal of the Louisiana State Medical Society : official organ of the Louisiana State Medical Society
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The worldwide incidence of melanoma has reached epidemic proportions. One in 70 white Americans will develop melanoma in their lifetime. ⋯ The oil refining, ship-building, and agricultural industries demand outdoor work as well. Given that the incidence of melanoma in Louisiana has doubled over the past decade, a thorough knowledge of melanoma epidemiology, risk factors, and preventive strategies is necessary for physicians to reduce the mortality of this deadly disease.