12/01/2025
📣 New Study Links Tattoos to Higher Melanoma Risk
A new Swedish study reports that people with tattoos may have a 29% higher risk of developing melanoma. The research found no increased risk for squamous cell carcinoma, and results remained consistent even after accounting for UV exposure, skin type, and lifestyle factors.
While the study does not prove causation, it highlights the need for continued research into tattoo ink, chronic inflammation, and long-term health effects.
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For now, the guidance remains unchanged:
☀️ Protect your skin from UV radiation
👀 Monitor for new or changing moles
🩺 Seek medical evaluation when in doubt
No increased risk was found for another UV-related skin cancer, squamous cell carcinoma.