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Niskanen Reveals Cancer Diagnosis

Finnish cross-country skier Iivo Niskanen has revealed he was diagnosed with acral melanoma, a form of skin cancer, leading him to miss national team training camps this summer.

The diagnosis was discovered during a mole checkup in May, requiring two surgeries to remove a mole on his foot. Niskanen, who emphasizes his health situation is now under control, had to modify his training routine as a result but notes positive development despite adjustments.

The Finnish Ski Federation announced the news in a press release on Saturday, confirming Niskanen's absence from the team's upcoming media day as he focuses on his future in skiing. truewildgame.com