Wellness Wednesday explores the myths and best ways to avoid sun damage [Video]

BOISE, Idaho — Younger people are falling victim to dangerous melanoma from sun exposure. Doctors say they’ve seen a huge increase in patients in their 20s and 30’s in the past three decades.

• Dr. Swanson says the best way to avoid melanoma is to stay out of the sun, or wear sun protective clothing and apply a zinc titanium based sunscreen.
• Melanomas often form on the sole of the feet and doctors don’t know why since that area rarely faces the sun.
• Dr. Swanson says if you use chemical sunscreen make sure it is up to date because some old sunscreens contain chemicals which are no longer allowed.

(Below is the transcript from the broadcast story)

Ah the sun is shining bright and it’s time to have some fun, so the last thing you might want to hear is:

“Best bet is stay out of the sun.” said dermatologist, Dr. Lisa Swanson.

But there’s a good reason not …