According to Cancer Council Victoria, approximately two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer before the age of 70. The good news is you can cut your risk of skin cancer by using good sun protection. It’s never too late for prevention, whether you’re six months or 60 years old.
However, if you are worried about your skin, Better Health Medical Centre now offers a skin cancer surveillance and treatment service. Dr Jude James is one of only a few accredited skin cancer specialists in Shepparton, and can provide quality care for the treatment of melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, keratoacanthoma, Bowen’s disease and other rare skin tumours.
Better Health Medical Centre services include detailed whole body skin checks with dermoscopic examination of the lesions, biopsies and skin photography. They also offer general health checks, weight loss plans, mental health checks, asthma plans, vaccinations, as well as other specialist services.
To reduce your risk of developing skin cancer, don’t forget to slip, slop, slap, seek and slide on your sunglasses every time you’re outdoors when the UV level is 3 or above. If you’re worried about a mole, SCAN your skin. If it’s sore, changing, abnormal or new, it’s time to book in to get them checked by a specialist.
To book in a skin check with Dr James, call 5897 7288 or visit 77 Wyndham St, Shepparton.
