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Merkel Cell Skin Cancer Causes, Risk Factors, and Prevention

Learn about the risk factors for Merkel cell carcinoma and what you might be able to do to help lower your risk.

Risk Factors

A risk factor is anything that affects your chance of getting a disease such as cancer. Learn more about the risk factors for Merkel cell carcinoma.

Prevention

There's no sure way to prevent Merkel cell carcinoma. But there are things you can do that might help lower your risk. Learn more.

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