Iowa has some of the nation's highest rates of melanoma

Iowa's estimated rate of new melanoma cases remains well above the national average, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS).

State of play: Melanoma is less common than other types of skin cancer but is more likely to grow and spread.

Zoom in: Iowa has among the highest rates of melanoma in the nation, according to a separate report from the Iowa Cancer Registry.

Be smart: You can lower risks of developing melanoma by avoiding tanning beds, using sunscreen and wearing protective clothing outside.

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