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WA has highest rates of Merkel Cell Carcinoma in the world
- July 8, 2011
- Posted by: admin
- Category: News
No CommentsMerkel Cell Carcinoma is a rare form of skin cancer which has even more devastating survival rates than the deadly Melanoma. According to research conducted, Western Australia has the highest rate of Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC) in the world…read more
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Scientists’ PET project will boost melanoma detection rate
- June 27, 2011
- Posted by: Spotscreen
- Category: News
Scientists at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre in Melbourne are trialling a world-first technique of accurately testing if melanoma has spread to different parts of the body… Read more here
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Avoiding skin cancer is not as easy as just removing your moles
- June 24, 2011
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- Category: News
The best way to reduce your risk of skin cancer is to take preventative action from sun damage. According to Dr Phillip Artemi of the Australian College of Dermatologists, people often ask to have moles removed in an attempt to beat cancer before it starts. But this is not the best way to prevent skin
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Skin cancer more likely on driver’s side of the body
- June 20, 2011
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- Category: News
A recent study originating from the U.S has confirmed that skin cancer is more likely to develop on the driver’s side of the body. The study confirms that an Australian driver’s right hand side of the body has a higher probability of developing skin cancer due to the increased sun exposure it experiences while driving
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Almost 90% of Australian men are risking skin cancer this winter
- June 8, 2011
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- Category: News
According to a report on emaxhealth.com, a recent study revealed that 89% of Australian men and 82% of Australian women surveyed risk skin cancer by ignoring health warnings to wear sunscreen daily during the winter months. …read the full article
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Melanoma Drugs Deliver New Hope
- June 8, 2011
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- Category: News
New melanoma drugs are proving to be very successful in the fight against the deadly disease. The results are promising and providing much needed hope in the treatment of melanoma. For more information follow the links below. ABC News Australia WFFA.com America