Whats that streak on my nail?

Whats that streak on my nail?

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...
Vitamin D and Sun Exposure

Vitamin D and Sun Exposure

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...
What are UV rays and when are they at their worst?

What are UV rays and when are they at their worst?

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...
The dangers of UV exposure for athletes

The dangers of UV exposure for athletes

Feb 18, 2021 | Uncategorized

Did you know that athletes from a wide range of sports can exceed the ultraviolet exposure limit by up to almost eight times the recommended during the hotter months. Whilst regular physical activity is associated with reduced risk of almost all types of cancer, skin...