Skin Cancer and Tattoos

Skin Cancer and Tattoos

Whether large or small it isn’t uncommon to see or have tattoos in society today. In fact, data dated 2014 tells us that about every 1 in 7 Australians has a tattoo! You can only imagine what the figures are now. Because tattoos are created by ink under the skin...
Can my pet get skin cancer?

Can my pet get skin cancer?

We as humans, always make sure to take care of our skin by wearing sunscreen and regularly having skin checks. But what about our fur babies? Are our pets at any risk of skin cancer just like us? Skin Cancer in Pets Unfortunately it is a possibility for cats and dogs...
Sunscreen and Vitamin D

Sunscreen and Vitamin D

Wearing sunscreen as sun protection is so important all year round! However, is there ever a situation where protecting your skin with sunscreen can actually be harmful? It’s a common misconception that wearing sunscreen is damaging to vitamin D levels. Sunsmart and...
Why have a winter skin check?

Why have a winter skin check?

Who would have thought that winter would be the best time for a skin check! Sundoctors.com.au gives us some reasons why a winter skin check may be perfect for you. Reasons to book in winter Sun on your skin can actually slightly affect the way your moles look. If you...
Following Your Diagnosis

Following Your Diagnosis

I have been diagnosed with skin cancer – does that mean I have to have surgery? Will treatment set me back thousands of dollars? How regularly do I have to have full body skin checks now? When it comes to skin cancer, there are no silly questions. Our doctors and...