Gene dos ruivos e cancro da pele

http://www.nhs.uk/news/2016/07July/Pages/Secret-ginger-gene-may-increase-skin-cancer-risk-for-millions.aspx


Citando:
"Research suggests that carrying just one copy of a variant of the MC1R gene (having two copies causes red hair) increases skin cancer risk, even for people without red hair.
The variant is called an R allele, people who have two R allele variants tend to have ginger hair, pale skin, freckles and burn easily in the sun. These people are known to be at higher risk of skin cancer; both non-melanoma and melanoma."

Gene associado a aparência mais ou menos jovem (da pele)

Gene MC1R:
http://www.nhs.uk/news/2016/04April/Pages/Does-ginger-gene-offer-key-to-younger-looking-skin.aspx


"All of these factors can cause premature ageing of the skin. Conversely, a good diet and regular exercise can help boost the appearance of your skin. "