May 26, 2022 | Uncategorized
While wearing sunscreen is so important for protection from the dangers of UV rays, does wearing sunscreen pose a risk for babies? The cancer council gives great advice to help anyone with any queries regarding sunscreen, and gives us a helpful insight into the risks...
Mar 31, 2022 | Uncategorized
There is a rare form of melanoma that affects the nail unit, and makes up only 1% of all cases of melanoma. It usually arises from a form of melanoma that is common of the palms and soles called acral lentiginous melanoma. It commonly appears as a dark band that is...
Nov 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
Vitamin D is an important vitamin to maintain a strong skeletal system. It is produced naturally in the skin when it is exposed to UV light or can be consumed in some foods. For most people, there is enough incidental sun exposure throughout their day to produce...
Sep 8, 2021 | Uncategorized
We hear a lot of UV rays but what actually are they? UV stands for ultraviolet radiation. UV rays are a type of energy produced by the sun which is outside the wavelength of energies that we can see – similar to radio waves, x-ray waves or infrared waves which we are...
Feb 19, 2021 | Uncategorized
The sooner you discover and treat a skin cancer, the better chance you have of preventing the need for surgery as well as improving your chance of survival. It is important to become familiar with your skin so that you are able to recognise any changes, as skin...
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