Understanding preventive health measures is important, particularly for conditions such as skin cancer. Being proactive about skin health is an important part of our overall well-being. This blog post focuses on the skin cancer screening process.
Read MoreAustralia presents a unique challenge for skin care. Our country, with its abundant sunshine and outdoorsy lifestyle, the nation witnesses a heightened risk of skin cancer due to prolonged sun exposure.
Read MoreIt’s the weekend and you're out enjoying the sun on a Mackay beach, soaking up the warmth and feeling the gentle breeze on your face. But, as you apply sunscreen, you notice an unusual mole on your arm.
Read MoreEven if you don’t think you're at significant risk because you always wear sunscreen or aren’t out in the hot sun very often, it is vital that you check your skin for abnormalities regularly. According to Cancer Australia, 16,878 people were diagnosed with melanoma of the skin last year. This was a significant 11.2% of all new cancer cases diagnosed, mostly thanks to overexposure to the sun.
Read MoreDid you know that two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the time they're seventy? If caught early the vast majority of skin cancers can be successfully treated, however, it is always better if you can prevent skin cancers from occurring in the first place. Read on to discover the best ways protect your skin and reduce your risk of skin cancers developing, as well as what you should do to make sure skin cancer is picked up early.
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