Yes, dubious indeed. How about looking at descendants of fair-skinned Britains in sunnier climes? Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world.

Yes, dubious indeed. How about looking at descendants of fair-skinned Britains in sunnier climes? Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world. This is due to a combination of factors: very high levels of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, outdoor lifestyles, and a largely fair-skinned population that is more vulnerable to sun damage. Rates of both melanoma (the deadliest form of skin cancer) and non-melanoma skin cancers are higher in Australia than anywhere else. New Zealand follows closely behind.