Overview

• Susanne Klehn, a prominent ARD TV presenter, disclosed her second skin cancer diagnosis, a basal cell carcinoma identified in autumn 2024.
• Following successful surgery in October 2024, Klehn reports she is recovering well with minimal scarring and remains under regular medical surveillance.
• Klehn previously battled malignant melanoma in 2009, highlighting her long-standing experience with skin cancer and its emotional and physical toll.
• As an ambassador for Deutsche Krebshilfe, she emphasizes the importance of early detection, regular screenings, and UV protection to her audience of over 26,000 followers.
• Experts, including Deutsche Krebshilfe's Franz Kohlhuber, warn that increasing UV radiation due to climate change is a significant and often underestimated risk factor for skin cancer.