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Skin cancer is a big deal and not just in Australia

Skin cancer is a big deal and not just in Australia

According to research conducted in the United States, more young women are getting their skin checked and there is overall more awareness about skin cancer and the benefits of wearing sun protective clothing, a sun hat and sunscreen. This is excellent news, but California based dermatologist Melanie Palm, M.D. says there is something else which needs to addressed. "Most of these women are still tanning, often a lot!"  

Some facts and figures about skin cancer....

Some facts and figures about skin cancer....

The ugly truth about skin cancer: Here are some reminders... Every year in Australia, skin cancers account for around 80% of all newly diagnosed cancers. Between 95 and 99% of skin cancers are caused by exposure to the sun and General Practitioners have over 1 million patient consultations per year for skin cancer in Australia. Sun exposure has been identified as the cause of 95% to 99% of skin cancers in Australia (source: Cancer Council Australia). These statistics are dramatic, but the good news is that skin cancer is also identified as the most preventable form of cancer in Australia (source: Sunsmart Australia). 

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