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HOW DO I REDUCE MY RISK OF SKIN CANCER DUE TO SUNLIGHT EXPOSURE?
Excessive exposure to sun can cause damage to the skin and may lead to skin cancer. Here are tips to keep in mind to reduce your cancer risk.
SKIN CANCER : WHAT TO LOOK FOR DURING SKIN SELF-EXAM
Not all skin cancers look the same. In fact, skin cancers can show up in many shapes and sizes. Sometimes they might even look like other skin conditions. Many skin cancers are more common on parts of the body that tend to get more sun, such as the face, head, neck, and arms. But skin cancers can occur anywhere on the body. Learn about how to spot skin changes that may require a doctor's attention. This UV Safety Month, let’s talk about ways to check your own skin regularly for any signs of skin cancer. A skin self-exam is best done in a well-lit room in front of a full-length mirror. For those hard-to-see areas, a spouse, partner, close friend, or family member may be able to help you or you can use a hand-held mirror. The best time to do a skin self-exam is after a bath. Check any moles, blemishes, or birthmarks from the top of your head to your toes. If you look at your skin regularly, you will know what’s normal for you.
DID YOU KNOW? DARKER-SKINNED INDIVIDUALS ARE NOT IMMUNE TO SKIN CANCER.
Is there a skin cancer crisis in people of colour? For more information, speak to us at 1800-88-1000.
DID YOU KNOW? : PEOPLE WHO USE SUNSCREEN WITH AN SPF OF 30 OR HIGHER HAVE A LOWER RISK OF GETTING SKIN CANCER
No matter what your skin tone is, everyone is at risk of skin cancer. This risk can be reduced by protecting yourself from too much ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun, including using sunscreens. Check out the differences between the different Sun Protection Factors (SPFs) and how they work.
MELANOMA SKIN CANCER
Skin cancers -- including melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma -- often start as changes to your skin.
THE DANGER OF EVERYDAY OVEREXPOSURE TO ULTRAVIOLET (UV) LIGHTS
July is UV Safety Awareness month. It is a great reminder for all to protect your skin from the harmful effects of UV radiation. Practice these sun protection tips daily to lower your risk of skin cancer: • Seek SHADE during the day • Wear a HAT when outdoors • Wear SUNGLASSES to protect your eyes • COVER-UP with loose-fitting shirts • Use SUNSCREEN to block harmful UV rays The primary risk factor for skin cancer is exposure to ultraviolet (UV) sun rays, and our sunny climate year-round in Malaysia puts us in a high-risk position. Knowing your risk factors that range from genetic to environmental, talking about them with your doctor, and taking steps to improve your health may help you lower your risk.