Author: Anu
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Sun behavior still biggest cause of skin cancer
Skin cancer can happen to anyone, no matter skin type, age or overall health. While that’s true, there are different factors that determine risk, and the biggest driver of skin cancer still stems from sun behaviour.
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Is basal cell carcinoma itchy?
When it comes to detecting skin cancer, it’s important to understand the possible signs and symptoms. Basal cell carcinoma is the most common form of skin cancer. When found early, there are many treatment options in most cases. That’s why the SkinVision program is aimed towards early detection. There are several things to know about…
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How melanoma forms
Melanoma is the rarest but deadliest form of skin cancer. Just why it is so deadly is revealed in the way that it forms. It is important to know how melanoma forms so you can provide yourself regularly from self-checks.
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What melanoma moles look like
Melanoma is the most dangerous (and potentially deadly) form of skin cancer. That’s why it is so important to detect the early signs. When found early, there are treatment options in most cases. So what melanoma moles look like? Let’s take a closer look.
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Skin cancer check Perth
If you live in Perth, you might be well aware of the skin cancer risk. Australia, together with new Zealand, has the highest percentage of skin cancer cases in the world. The amount of sun that Perth sees throughout the year is causing a high risk. In the summer, a long streak of extreme UV…
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Skin cancer in dark skin — here’s what you need to know
For many with dark skin, melanoma or skin cancer may seem like a far-off possibility, something that only happens to light-skinned people. The reality is that skin cancer can occur in any skin type, and while it is less common for people with dark(er) skin, it is often deadlier as it is usually detected in…
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Busting three common skin care myths
While awareness of skin cancer and the risks of UV exposure is increasing worldwide, there are still many widespread myths around skin care and sun exposure that won’t seem to go away. With conflicting information online, it can sometimes be difficult to tease out what’s true from what’s false — that’s why we are addressing…
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What you can do to protect minors from skin cancer
Sadly the skin cancer rates have been steadily climbing all over the world for the past few decades now. Together with you, SkinVision has a mission to help bring these rates down and save a lot of people in the process. One of the most important things when it comes to the skin cancer problem,…
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Skin cancer clinic Sydney
As an Australian, you know that skin cancer is part of everyday life. That, unfortunately, is the reality. With the amount (and strength) of UV radiation from the sun, Australians see high skin cancer rates all over the country. So what can you do and what are your options in Sydney specifically?
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Why does melanoma spread so quickly?
Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer. Melanoma can spread through the body into vital organs and the lymph nodes, which makes it very dangerous in specific cases. Of course, not every melanoma spread quickly.
