Australia has one of the highest rates of melanoma in the world, and melanoma is often referred to as 'Australia's national cancer'.
Australia has the highest melanoma rates in the world with one person diagnosed with the disease every 30 minutes.
Melanoma is the most deadly form of skin cancer. It is estimated 1300 people will die from melanoma in Australia this year.
Melanoma is the most common cancer affecting 15 to 39-year-old Australians
Melanoma is the third most common cancer in Australian men, after prostate and colorectal cancer
Melanoma is the third most common cancer in Australian women, after breast and colorectal cancer
Research is making a difference
Over the past five years, breakthrough treatments have significantly extended life expectancy in people with advanced disease (where the melanoma has spread to other organs). These treatments include targeted therapies (modifying the actions of specific genes) and immunotherapies (modifying the actions of the immune system).
In a recent MIA-led trial, researchers have made a major breakthrough by tripling the life expectancy for over 50% of advanced melanoma patients. However many others are not responding to new treatments and further research is vital.
Prevention and Early Diagnoses
Using physical Sun screen when possible, reducing prolonged exposure to direct UV and wearing the Correct PPE Sun Hat, Glasses ect is the first line of defence against Skin Cancers
Skin cancers can be easily curable when detected early, increase your protection by opting for Full Body Mole Mapping, Regular comparison checks are able to pick up any changes to your moles with over 98.5% sensitivity
If you are concerned about Skin Cancer and would like more information about Full Body Mole Mapping please call our clinic directly on 08 6117 6300
OR visit us in store at Shop 41 Whitfords Shopping centre.
Sources aihw.gov.au
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