Speaking on behalf of the CPSA, Dr Mary Dingley stated, “The ban on tanning beds is long overdue. Skin cancer is the most preventable form of cancer, yet despite the fact that we know the dangers, Australia has the highest rate of melanoma and non-melanoma skin...
Sun exposure, UV radiation and skin cancer Sun exposure has undeniable and sometimes deadly consequences. Unprotected time spent out of doors exposes the skin to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, a type of energy emitted by the sun. UV rays are broken down into UVA, UVB and...
Breast removal is just one of many treatment methods for breast cancer. Other options include radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy. There is a whole spectrum of mastectomy methods. The type of cancer and the level of cancer growth in the breast tissue will...
The surgical removal of breasts is one of the treatment options for breast cancer. Those who undergo breast removal surgery have the option to wear breast prosthetics or have breast reconstruction surgery. A woman’s risk of contracting breast cancer increases with...
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