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John Cena Opens Up on Skin Cancer Fight, Pushes Sunscreen Hard
WWE legend and Hollywood star John Cena has revealed he successfully battled skin cancer years ago, using his platform to deliver a powerful PSA about sun safety. The 46-year-old disclosed his diagnosis during an interview on The Today Show, urging fans to never skip sunscreen.
Cena’s Health Revelation: Key Details
🩺 Diagnosis & Treatment
- Type: Likely basal cell carcinoma—most common skin cancer, fits his chest and shoulder scars.
- When: Sometime pre-2025—kept under wraps till now.
- Fix: Surgical removal—caught early, he says he “dodged a bullet.”
☀️ His Sun Protection Plea
- “I blew off the warnings—don’t do that,” he told Hoda Kotb, slapping on SPF 50 live.
- Pitched yearly skin checks—“Takes 10 minutes, saves your life.”
Why This Matters
- Skin Cancer By the Numbers:
- Over 5 million cases hit the U.S. yearly—3.6 million basal cell alone.
- WWE’s outdoor gigs (60% of events) mean UV’s a constant foe for wrestlers.
- Caught early, 99% survive—Cena’s proof.
- Star Power in Play:
- Joins Hugh Jackman (basal cell warrior) and Hulk Hogan (skin cancer vet) in the fight.
- #CenaSunscreenChallenge is blowing up TikTok—fans smear SPF and tag him.
Cena’s Health Moves Post-Recovery
- Tech Edge: Rocking UV-sensor wristbands—tracks sun hits in real time.
- SPF Gig: Teamed with Neutrogena for their Ultra Sheer push—launched March 31.
- WWE Shift: Nudging the company toward indoor arenas or tented rings—less burn, more brawls.
Expert Take
“Outdoor athletes like Cena are prime targets for basal cell. His voice could cut cases big-time.”
— Dr. Elizabeth Hale, Skin Cancer Foundation
How to Protect Yourself
- Slap On SPF 30+: Every day—clouds don’t block UV.
- Dodge Peak Sun: 10 AM-4 PM’s when rays cook hardest.
- Scan Your Skin: Monthly—watch moles with the ABCDE rule (asymmetry, border, color, diameter, evolving).
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