Notable rise in skin cancer treatments at German hospitals observed.
Over the past two decades, there's been a substantial rise in hospital visits for people suffering from skin cancer. As reported by the Federal Statistical Office, a whopping 109,000 individuals sought treatment for skin cancer at German hospitals in 2022 - a 75% hike compared to 2002. Out of these cases, the most significant growth was observed in non-melanoma skin cancer, which saw a staggering 100% rise, totaling 84,500 cases in 2022. While the number of hospital treatments for melanoma (or black skin cancer) was closer to 25,000, marking a 14% jump from 2002. It's thought that non-melanoma skin cancer is related to sunlight exposure; yet, it's often less challenging to treat.
When analyzing skin cancer treatments' share in comparison to other cancer treatments, the trend is upward: in 2002, approximately 4% of all cancer treatments involved skin cancer, but by 2021, that figure had surged to 7%.
Sadly, in 2022, more than 4,400 people succumbed to skin cancer, representing a staggering 65% increase since 2002. In contrast, the overall number of cancer deaths only increased by 10% over this period. Interestingly, older folks bear the brunt of these tragic deaths - over half of the 2022 fatalities occurred in individuals aged 80 and above.
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The increase in skin cancer cases can be attributed, in part, to the rise in UV radiation exposure due to frequent sunbathing and less protective clothing. To combat this excessive radiation, many individuals are turning to clinics for skin cancer treatments. It's worth noting that clearer diagnostic methods and heightened awareness about skin cancer also contribute to the rise in treatment admissions.
Source: www.ntv.de
