Ron had a small sore on the side of his head that wouldnt heal. Our mission is to decrease the incidence of skin cancer through public and professional. He was a truck driver for the majority of his life and. Scientists said that this process can also lead to skin cancer. In 2020, the nonprofit organization estimates that. Longhaul truck drivers may face a greater risk for prostate cancer because of the intense vibrations beneath their seats. The use of sun protection and topical retinoids and periodic monitoring for skin cancer were recommended for the patient. Trucker accumulates skin damage on left side of his face after 28. Accounting for a third of all cancers in the united states, skin cancer is a growing concern of americans. Jun 21, 2011 analyzing skin cancer cases in a federal database, the researchers found that when skin cancer occurred on one side of the body, it was more often the left side. The 69 yearold truck driver a sunbather ultraviolet a uva rays had penetrated his driver s side window glass, damaging the outermost layers and sublayers of his skin. No we have not totally beaten cancer yet, but we have come along way in the last few years. The truck drivers face has been damaged by years of sun exposure image.
Basalcell carcinoma bcc, a skin cancer, is the most common cancer. Preventing skin damage starts with limiting exposure to the sun. There are studies that show people who drive with their windows down tend to have a slightly higher rate of cancer on the side of their bodies that are exposed to more sun. Mar 27, 2019 this picture of a truck driver and the damage prolonged exposure to the sun did to the left side of his face will make you never want to leave home again without smothering your face in spf. Bill mcelligott, delivery truck driver, has severe sun damage on. A surprising danger in planes, trains and automobiles.
Striking photo reveals dark side of sunshine live science. How to protect yourself from skin cancer as a truck driver. A 69yearold truck driver has revealed what 28 years of sun exposure can do to the skin. But this shocking photo of a truck driver is proof that we really need to be more concerned with the everyday effect that the sun has on our skin. But is it wrinkles that you should be worried about or is skin cancer from. Nov 16, 2017 airline pilots and crew members tend to get more skin cancer than people in other professions. Here is an example of an early bcc skin cancer on the face. Protecting yourself from uv rays is simple and you probably already do. Most satisfying video face skin care with relaxing sleep.
If you arent sure which type of skin cancer you have, ask your doctor so you can get the right information. May 14, 2010 the sunlight that comes into the driver s side of cars in the u. Truck drivers photo shows what 28 years of sun damage can do. Half of truck drivers face prematurely aged due to sun damage. The face of an elderly truck driver is a shocking demonstration of the. The dangers and challenges of being a truck driver dont all disappear once the job is done and the truck rolls back home again. Driving has been linked to an increased risk of skin cancer due to sun. Apart from ageing the skin, they also carry skin cancer risks, due to the. As a commercial motor vehicle cmv driver, maintaining a healthy lifestyle can be challenging. Only one side of the driver s face has been regularly exposed to the sun due to the.
Jan 28, 2018 but this shocking photo of a truck driver is proof that we really need to be more concerned with the everyday effect that the sun has on our skin. The sore can look see through, shiny and pink or pearly white. Early research results suggest driving a lot can raise. As a professional truck driver, you get a lot of sun exposure every day. One face, but two sides of a story skin cancer the guardian. The same harmful uv rays that cause wrinkles also cause skin cancer.
One side of his face was regularly exposed to the sun for all. Although this bcc skin cancer on the face was less than 2mm in diameter, detected with high resolution dermoscopy at skin check wa. Shocking proof that the sun makes you age prematurely gizmodo. As a result, the left side of mcelligotts face looks roughly 20 years. Because of the nature of the job, cmv drivers face an increased risk for health problems. Cancer advocate reminds truckers may is melanoma awareness. Jun 04, 2012 trucker accumulates skin damage on left side of his face after 28 years on the road. Our initial findings confirm that there is a correlation between more time spent driving and a higher incidence of leftsided skin cancers, especially on sunexposed areas in men, st. This guy is 69 years old, but half of his face looks much, much older than that. Trucking veteran ingrid brown shares cancer journey to save. New technology in uvblocking window film is safe, legal and can help prevent skin cancer. Bccs can also bleed easily due to their fragile surface. But this shocking photo of a truck driver is proof that we really need to be.
Truck drivers photo shows what 28 years of sun damage can do to skin. Jan 28, 2018 a truck driver s sunworn face has been used as the perfect example of what damage uv rays can do to the skin. Driving a truck for a living can be hazardous to your health if you are diagnosed with prostate cancer, researchers said tuesday. Although glass does filter out harmful uvb rays, it cannot filter out uva rays and those rays can penetrate deeper into the skin. Truckers are at a higher risk of skin damage and skin cancer due to their prolonged exposure to uv rays. A truck drivers sunworn face has been used as the perfect example of what damage uv rays can do to the skin. Traffic hazards, bad food and sleepless nights go with the job. This resource from the american academy of family physicians. Mans face altered by unilateral dermatoheliosis new york daily news the 69 yearold truck driver a sunbather ultraviolet a.
According to the journal, chronic uva exposure can result in thickening of the skins top layers, the epidermis and stratum corneum, as well as destruction of the skins elastic fibers. This risk increases with those whose jobs expose them to more sun, like truck drivers, construction workers, landscapers and painters. People when you have a feeling about something have it checked out. Basal cell cancer is the most common skin cancer and most common cancer in general. The truck driver took the brunt of the damage on the. This shocking pic of a truck driver shows what 28 years of sun. Only one side of the drivers face has been regularly exposed to the sun due to the. Skin cancer tips truck drivers and skin damage sun safety is an important part of risk management for owner operators. One in seven canadians will develop skin cancer in their lifetime.
The 69 yearold truck driver a sunbather ultraviolet a uva rays had penetrated his drivers side window glass, damaging the outermost layers and sublayers of his skin. Travel protection tips about 90 percent of all holiday travel is by car, according to the bureau of transportation statistics, so thats where youre probably getting the most exposure. Celebrate national truck driver appreciation week with the iwfa. One face, but two sides of a story society the guardian. This is what nearly 30 years of sun can do to your skin. Jun 06, 2012 photo proof of suns aging effects on face. Louis university researcher scott fosko, md, says in an. The face of an elderly truck driver shows how the suns powerful and dangerous uv rays can slowly destroy the fabric of the skin.
Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the world and is acknowledged to be closely linked to sun exposure or exposure to uv rays. Skin cancers can look very different and the symptoms can vary. Bill mcelligott, delivery truck driver, has severe sun. Apart from ageing the skin, they also carry skin cancer risks, due to the breakdown of dna and direct toxicity. Photo of truck driver shows what 28 years of sun damage looks like. His wife urged him to see the gp, but he put it off. At first, it looks like human artifice a photoshopped demonstration of ageing in action. Bill mcelligott, delivery truck driver, has severe sun damage. Additional things that threaten truck drivers include left side skin cancer truck driver and whole body vibration truck driver cancer.
A study published in the new england journal of medicine documented a truck driver whose left side of his face was severely damaged by the sun. Aim at melanoma, founded in 2004, is the largest international melanoma foundation seeking a cure for this type of skin cancer. The man, who has spent 28 years as a truck driver, has been told to start using sun cream the rays, which can penetrate through glass windows and clouds, also cause skin cancer by breaking down dna. So its crucial that you use suncream, even when its cloudy and crap outside. Chronic sun exposure damages truckers skin through glass.
Brown said truck drivers risks of getting skin cancer skyrocket because of their prolonged exposure to uv rays as the sun shines on the left side of the cab. While the patient was not revealed to be suffering from skin cancer, dermatoheliosis has been linked to certain mutations that have resulted in. Nonmelanoma skin cancer most often develops on areas of skin regularly exposed to the sun, such as the face, ears, hands, shoulders, upper chest and back. Now, scientists say truck drivers have a greater chance of developing aggressive prostate cancer, and the latest theories point toward prolonged vibration as a. Truck drivers face a higher risk than other motorists. Oct 30, 20 longhaul truck drivers already face an increased risk for leftside skin cancer because of the increased exposure to ultraviolet rays through their drivers side window. If you have skin cancer, it is important to know which type you have because it affects your treatment options and your outlook prognosis. It primarily hits the left side of your face and body. If you have ever wondered how much protection you get from the sun when inside your car, you need to take a look at photos recently published in the new england journal of medicine of a 69yearold truck driver who shows clear evidence that 25 years of driving can lead to damaged skin, simply from the suns rays. When that pressure is gone you uncross your legs, for example the feeling goes away. In fact, drivers are at a greater risk of skin cancer. Solar elastosis pictures, symptoms, treatment and causes.
Jun 04, 2012 a truckers face shows the effects of the sun on skin. Do truckers have a higher rate of skin cancer on the arm. Deadlines will become a part of life, and youll find, after working for a few years, that your health is suffering. Apr 25, 2017 in fact, one recent study published in jama ophthalmology showed side windows allow an average of 25 percent more uva rays, the type associated with skin cancer and the visible signs of skin aging. For drivers in the usa that would be the left side and in australia, it is.
A great example of the advanced skin aging that can be seen with daily exposure to uva can be seen in the photo below, originally published in the new england journal of medicine. The photo of this 69yearold man, who was a truck driver for more than 25 years, illustrates what the suns uva longwave ultraviolet rays can do. Truck driver william mcelligotts face is a graphic illustration of the damaging effects of the sun. Daily sunscreen slows skin aging, even in middle age. Mar 03, 2015 additional things that threaten truck drivers include left side skin cancer truck driver and whole body vibration truck driver cancer. But the image of truck driver william mcelligott is actually a stark reminder of the destructive power of the sun. Jan 30, 2018 this is what nearly 30 years of sun can do to your skin. The man in this photo was a truck driver for 25 years so that the left side of his face received significantly more sun exposure and uva rays than the right side.
The sunlight that comes into the drivers side of cars in the u. Common symptoms of skin cancer include a sore or area of skin that. Symptoms of skin cancer on face library skinvision. Truck drivers photo shows what 28 years of sun damage can. Little known risk to truck drivers protect yourself from. Half of truck drivers face prematurely aged due to sun. As they grow, they can become more raised and pearly. Truck drivers and skin damage years of sun exposure. Solar elastosis is a medical condition in which the skin modifies its color often times it is yellow and it becomes thicker, as a direct result of sun damage. It forms on the skins top layer and grows if untreated. Delivery truck driver has severe sun damage on one side of. When detected early, skin cancer has an almost 100 percent fiveyear survival rate. A truckers face shows the effects of the sun on skin. However, it became too big to ignore, and he had it checked.
Published by the new england journal of medicine, the picture. Uv photographs may reveal potential for getting skin cancer. A professional installation of window film can block up to 99 percent of uv rays from coming through the glass, reduce the risk of skin cancer, and protect truckers eyes as well. The truck driver took the brunt of the damage on the left side of his face because of his many hours behind the wheel. May 11, 2017 a great example of the advanced skin aging that can be seen with daily exposure to uva can be seen in the photo below, originally published in the new england journal of medicine. Longhaul truck driver health survey results blogs cdc. Do over fatigued truck drivers, cruising along in their 60,000 pound rigs at 70 mph, present a major risk to the safety of highway drivers in. Drivers heads and necks receive the most uv exposure. Longhaul truck drivers already face an increased risk for leftside skin cancer because of the increased exposure to ultraviolet rays through their drivers side window.
The use of sun protection and topical retinoids and periodic monitoring. The striking photograph of a 69 year old truck driver in a recent new england journal of medicine article shows just how damaging the sun can be to your skin while driving a delivery truck for the last 28 years, the driver was exposed to ultraviolet a. Skin cancer a serious issue for truck drivers back to news articles. But according to new research, the risks dont stop there. Analyzing skin cancer cases in a federal database, the researchers found that when skin cancer occurred on one side of the body, it was more often the left side. Jun, 2012 the photo of this 69yearold man, who was a truck driver for more than 25 years, illustrates what the suns uva longwave ultraviolet rays can do. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer with more than 2 million cases of basal and squamous cell skin cancer found in the u. Shocking image of truck driver shows damage due to sun.
May 25, 2018 there are studies that show people who drive with their windows down tend to have a slightly higher rate of cancer on the side of their bodies that are exposed to more sun. Skin cancer is caused by cancerous cells in your skin. Mar 15, 2016 truck driver s photo shows what 28 years of sun damage can do to skin. In fact, one recent study published in jama ophthalmology showed side windows allow an average of 25 percent more uva rays, the type associated with skin cancer and the visible signs of. You may not even realize your skin is being damaged. Skin cancer tips truck drivers and skin damage 123loadboard. Check out the photo on the left of a 69yearold truck driver that was recently.
The shocking image of a 69yearold truck driver shows exactly what kind of harm 28 years of sun exposure could cause to the skin. Some of the symptoms are similar to other conditions. Squamous cells are located just below the outer surface and are the skins inner lining. Airline pilots and crew members tend to get more skin cancer than people in other professions. Top five health concerns truckers should know about. Shocking photo of truck driver shows what 28 years of sun damage. Because of this, the face is an especially vulnerable body part as it is one of the most exposed areas. The truck driver took the brunt of the damage on the left side of his face because. Should overtheroad truck drivers be subject to periodic comprehensive drug screenings to reduce the number of truck involved fatal accidents. Skin cancer skin cancer facts common skin cancer types. This photo shows what 28 years of sun damage does to your face. Jun 05, 2012 the striking photograph of a 69 year old truck driver in a recent new england journal of medicine article shows just how damaging the sun can be to your skin while driving a delivery truck for the last 28 years, the driver was exposed to ultraviolet a rays through the window glass on just the left side of his face. Cnns ashleigh banfield and elizabeth cohen have more. Do truckers have a higher rate of skin cancer on the arm that.
This condition is also known as actinic elastosis or photoaging and it is especially encountered in people with fair complexions. The skin cancer foundation reports that one in five americans will develop skin cancer in their life. Truck drivers at risk for aggressive prostate cancer. Trucker accumulates skin damage on left side of his face after 28 years on the road. Webmd discusses the steep increase in cases of nonmelanoma cancers in the united states. He was a trucker and, for 28 years, his face received much more sunlight on the left side, resulting on premature. This picture of a truck driver and the damage prolonged exposure to the sun did to the left side of his face will make you never want to leave home again without smothering your face in spf. Trucker accumulates skin damage on left side of his face. Shocking photo of truck driver shows what 28 years. Being a truck driver is a lot of work youll work long hours, sit most of the day and have little time to stretch your legs. Jan 28, 2018 the face of an elderly truck driver shows how the suns powerful and dangerous uv rays can slowly destroy the fabric of the skin. And even when its cloudy, the sun can still cause harm.