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In Australia, monitoring your moles should be part of your regular health routine alongside regular sun protection methods like wearing sunscreen and seeking shade. Many of us don’t know where to start. More than 95% of skin cancer in Australia directly relates to UV radiation exposure. Over 98% of skin cancers can be successfully treated if detected early.* In partnership with Australian charity, Skin Check Champions, La Roche-Posay is on a mission to raise awareness of skin cancer and early prevention by providing complimentary skin checks all around the country. Since 2020, we have conducted over 9,700 free skin checks across Australia and detected over 200 potential melanomas.

*https://ncci.canceraustralia.gov.au/outcomes/relative-survival-rate/relative-survival-stage-diagnosis-melanoma

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LEARN TO CHECK YOUR MOLES WITH THE ABCDE METHOD

Self-examination plays an essential role in detecting skin cancers at an early stage. Keeping an eye out for possible changes is the best way to do it. The ABCDE method is simple, effective and has been developed by dermatologists to help you with your self-examination at home. If you detect any suspicious moles or notice any changes, you should seek advice or a check-up from a health care professional.

REMEMBER TO HAVE YOUR MOLES CHECKED REGULARLY AND MONITOR FOR CHANGES WITH THE ABCDE METHOD

Moles can appear in different shapes and colours. If you notice a suspicious lesion or change, always consult a healthcare professional.

HOW TO IMPLEMENT SUN PROTECTION IN AUSTRALIA?

Alongside regular at-home examinations and annual visits to a skin check clinic, you can protect your skin from environmental stress with other helpful measures. UV radiation is also one of the biggest accelerators of premature ageing signs in skin such as wrinkles, fine lines and loss of elasticity, so sun protection is a key component of anti-ageing skincare routines. See how to protect your skin from sun exposure below.

ALWAYS READ THE LABEL AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE.
Apply 20 minutes before sun exposure. Sunscreen is only one part of sun protection so wear protective clothing and seek shade. Avoid prolonged sun exposure. Re-apply every 2 hours and after swimming, towelling and perspiring in accordance with directions.

WHAT IS INVOLVED IN A SKIN CHECK?

You can self-check for signs of irregularities in moles before having a medical professional examine your skin at a skin check clinic. Self-identification can help you to keep on top of your skin’s state and the evolution of your sun spots, including where your major moles and freckles are located and how they typically appear. Once with a professional, a skin mole check includes an assessment of your skin cancer risk before examination of your skin – using tools like dermatoscopes.

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF SKIN CANCER?

Moles can vary in size, shape and texture. Freckles, moles and age spots occur commonly on areas of the skin that are exposed to UV rays regularly, like our hands, scalp, chest and legs. This is especially pertinent in Australia, where UV levels are high and requires sun protection every day of the year.

Melanoma refers to a type of skin cancer. The most serious and third most commonly diagnosed form of cancer in Australia, melanoma occurs in skin cells names melanocytes and increases in likelihood through exposure to UV radiation. There can be zero symptoms with melanoma, but visible changes to skin can also occur. A mole check clinic will help to identify the following features:

Change in the colour of an existing mole
Increase in size of a mole
Irregular shaped moles
Itching or bleeding

Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC):A type of skin cancer originating in the squamous cells, which make up the skin's outermost layer. Usually linked to prolonged UV exposure, SCC presents as persistent, scaly patches, open sores, or wart-like growths. Though treatable, it can spread to deeper tissues if neglected.
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DAILY SUNSCREEN APPLICATION

All skin types and tones should apply broad-spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen as the final step of morning skincare routines. Not only does SPF help to protect against UV radiation stress to skin and the premature ageing which can result, it also helps to combat individual concerns like blemishes, dulled complexions and sensitivity.

ALWAYS READ THE LABEL. FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE.

Apply 20 minutes before sun exposure. Sunscreen is only one part of sun protection so wear protective clothing and seek shade. Avoid prolonged sun exposure. Reapply every 2 hours and after swimming, towelling and perspiring in accordance with directions.

SEEK SHADE AND WEAR COVERED CLOTHING

Booking a mole check in Australia helps to identify potential skin cancer types and suspicious lesions once they are already present, but preventative sun protection measures should also be practiced every day of the year. Alongside sunscreen application, don hats and clothing that cover skin, and seek shade where possible. Eyes are also impacted by UV radiation – so wear sunglasses when outside. During the parts of the day with highest UV levels, it’s recommended to stay indoors. To check UV levels at any given time, you can use the UV Index. Finally, remember that UVA rays can penetrate glass and clouds, so sunscreen should be worn inside too (especially when sitting near windows).

https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/cancer/skin-cancer-in-australia/summary
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6804807/

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