Kevin O’Hagan

health professional

Kevin O’Hagan serves as the cancer prevention manager at the Irish Cancer Society, where he plays a crucial role in educating the public about the dangers of UV rays from both the sun and sunbeds, which account for nearly 90% of skin cancer cases. His advocacy focuses on the importance of sun safety and early detection, stressing that fair-skinned individuals are particularly at risk of sunburn and subsequent skin cancer. O’Hagan's efforts aim to raise awareness and promote preventive measures as skin cancer rates continue to rise in Ireland.