2019 Skin Cancer Results
At Bondi Junction Skin Cancer Clinic we have found more than half of all the Melanomas in the Eastern Suburbs.*
Smokers At Higher Risk of Skin Cancer
Two and a Half Times Higher
An Australian study indicated smokers were at a 250% higher risk of developing the skin cancer Squamous cell carcinomas (SCC) than non smokers.
New Melanoma Therapy Saves Lives
New Therapies
New research could change the way Melanoma skin cancer is treated and, offer another method in reducing the growing number Melanoma deaths in Australia.
Darker Skin And Skin Cancer
Not All Skin Cancers Are Caused By UV
Although the deadliest skin cancers are largely caused by overexposure to UV radiation and light skinned individuals are high risk - some are triggered by genetic mutations where people with darker skin are more prone.
Men with HIV & Nonmelanoma Cancers
Greater Risk for Kaposi's Sarcoma
Men with HIV and nonmelanoma skin cancer faced an elevated risk for Kaposi’s Sarcoma, as did men with HIV who lived in locations with high levels of ambient ultraviolet radiation at the time of diagnosis, study data showed.
Non-Invasive Skin Cancer Check Offers Quick Diagnosis
Accurately Detects Skin Cancer Without Surgical Biopsy
Researchers have developed a non-invasive imaging technique that accurately identifies Melanomas and Basal Cell Carcinomas by detecting abnormal clusters of mitochondria in both types of skin cancers.
Early Onset Melanoma and Melanoma In Children
Detecting Melanoma In Children
There are currently no clear guidelines for skin cancer checks in children. However, children can in fact suffer from Melanoma.
New Pathology Tests For Skin Cancer
Exciting Developments In Skin Cancer Detection
There are several pathology tests in the experimental stages that could potentially assist in the early detection of skin cancer.
Multiple Melanomas On The Same Patient
High Risk Case for Melanoma
A patient in her 30’s was diagnosed with Melanoma and was recommended to have regular skin checks. As a result her 2nd and 3rd Melanomas were diagnosed and treated early.
New Screening Guidelines for Melanoma
Broader Recommendations for Skin Cancer Checks
A group of Skin Cancer Experts and Dermatologists in the US, came together and recommended a clearer set of criteria on who should be screened for Melanoma.
Digital Limited Lesion Review For Quick & Accurate Assessment
Limited Lesion Review Averts Need For Time Off Work
A 21 year old professional ballet dancer presented for a routine digital skin check.
White Wine May Increase Chance of Skin Cancer
IBM's Watson Taking Lead in Early Melanoma Detection
IBM's Watson on Melanoma Detection
We agree & support IBM in developing an automated diagnostic system for skin cancers, in particular Melanoma.
Is Skin Cancer Itchy?
Is Skin Cancer Itchy?
Some skin cancers can be itchy or painful - like basal cell carcinoma & squamous cell carcinoma.
Hugh Jackman Skin Cancer Scare
The Wolverine Has More Skin Cancers
We support Hugh Jackman who is going through his 6th skin cancer scare in just 4 years.
Case Study - Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer
Melanoma is not the only type of skin cancer
A husband and wife in their early 40’s presented for routine 6 monthly skin checks.
Are You At Risk Of Skin Cancer?
CERTAIN SKIN TYPES ARE AT HIGHER RISK OF SKIN CANCER
There are several factors that can raise your risk of skin cancer - skin type is a big factor.
Case Study - Dysplastic Naevus Syndrome
Why You Need A Skin Check
One irregular mole is all it takes
Melanoma or any number of Skin Cancer types, can occur at any time. Early detection is imperative!
