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10 Golden Rules

10 Golden Rules of skin protection and skin cancer prevention

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Actinic Keratoses

Actinic Keratoses (AKs) are the most common sun spot on Australian skin and may develop in to Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC).

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Aldara

Aldara is a topically (or superficially)applied cream which may treat skin cancers in certain circumstances.

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Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)

BCCs are the most commonly seen form of skin cancer.

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Cancer Council of WA Position Statement on Vitamin D

More information about Vitamin D, th sun and your skin.

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Choosing and Using Sun Screen

Find out more about the different creams available to protect your skin.

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Cryotherapy

Cryotherapy is the application of liquid nitrogen, a commonly used cure for Actinic Keratoses and some superficial forms of skin cancers.

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Curettage and Cautery

"C and C" is commonly used on its own for certain skin cancers or in conjunction with other types of therapy such as PDT.

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Dermoscopy

This is a hand held device which uses magnification and special illumination to "see into the skin" and assist in diagnosis of skin cancer.

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Dysplastic Nevi (DNS)

Dysplastic Nevi have an unusual and characteristic appearance and may mimic Melanoma. Regular examination and screening is essential.

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Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)

BCCs are the most commonly seen form of skin cancer.

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Actinic Keratoses

Actinic Keratoses (AKs) are the most common sun spot on Australian skin and may develop in to Squamo...

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Moles

Moles or Nevi commonly appear throughout the first four decades of life. After this time any new mol...

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Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)

The second most common skin cancer, it is often rapidly growing and may spread to other parts of the...

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