Living in Australia, we know how important it is to take care of our skin. We endure high UV levels all year-round and lead the world in skin cancer rates.
Skin Cancer
Did you know that childhood sun exposure is the leading cause of skin cancer? Around 64 per cent of children are sunburnt every year, putting them at greater risk of developing skin tumours later in life.
Did you know one Australian dies from melanoma every five hours? As over 1.1 million skin cancers are treated every year nation-wide, it is essential for Australians to be up to date with regular full-body skin checks.
Melanoma March celebrates Melanoma Institute Australia’s major annual fundraising campaign. Each Melanoma March brings together melanoma patients, their families, and local communities to raise awareness and funds for research to reach the goal of zero deaths from melanoma.
Now is the time to make sure we’re doing our best to look after our skin health and protect it during the most “dangerous” time of year. Here are our top tips for looking after your skin this summer season!
What’s involved in a skin cancer examination? Let’s walk through the entire quick and easy process so you know what to expect at your upcoming skin check.
Being prepared for your skin check and knowing what to expect will help you make the most out of the appointment. Let’s look at 7 things you should know.
What can skin cancer look like? Learn about the signs and symptoms of skin cancer, including the ABCs of melanoma, and see if you could spot a melanoma!
With summer approaching, it is important to remember that exposure to the sun can seriously harm your skin, with as little as ten minutes of sun being enough to cause skin ageing and potentially deadly skin cancers.
“Come with me to an appointment that you should be making too.” Tahlia Aubusson visited The Bright Side Medical & Skin Cancer Centre for a skin check with Dr James Haslam.
Winter is the perfect time to rug up, find a cosy spot by the heater, and enjoy a tasty hot chocolate. But did you know that it’s also a great time for a skin check?
Dr James Haslam explains the treatments for melanoma, basal cell carcinoma & squamous cell carcinoma, including non-surgical therapies & surgical excision.