How to check your skin

It's important to get to know your skin and what is normal for you. Skin cancers rarely hurt and are usually flat. The sooner a skin cancer is identified and treated, the…

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How much Sunlight do I need to get Vitamin D?

Vitamin D is necessary for optimal bone and muscle function. It helps absorption of calcium from the intestine and also acts in strengthening the bone. Vitamin D also contributes to muscle strength. Deficiency of…

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There is NO Such Thing as a “Safe Tan”

Melanoma is the most common form of cancer for adults  between 15 and 44 years old. Melanoma is the leading cause of cancer death between 25-30 years old. Most Melanomas are caused by ultraviolet…

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What is UV rating now?

There are lots of UV forecast data providers. This page from Australian Radiation Protection agency is very  helpful  representing instantaneous recorded UV levels for Brisbane.  worth having look and planning protection…

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What is the evidence that skin cancer clinic checks are useful?

The incidence of skin cancer is increasing worldwide. For decades, opportunistic melanoma screening has been carried out to respond to this burden. In 2003, the Association of Dermatological Prevention was…

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