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nelox 4 days ago

Yes, dubious indeed.

How about looking at descendants of fair-skinned Britains in sunnier climes?

Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world. This is due to a combination of factors: very high levels of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, outdoor lifestyles, and a largely fair-skinned population that is more vulnerable to sun damage. Rates of both melanoma (the deadliest form of skin cancer) and non-melanoma skin cancers are higher in Australia than anywhere else. New Zealand follows closely behind.

verteu 4 days ago | parent [-]

> Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world.

It also has excellent life expectancy.

The key question is: For all-cause mortality, do the benefits outweigh the risks?