Skin cancer facts
Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. More than 2,000 Australians die from skin cancer each year. Two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the age of 70.
Ringwood East
Skin cancer information for earlier checks
Educational skin cancer information and external checking resources for patients planning care.
GP referral is NOT requiredSun protection
Sun protection is vital at every age. More than 90% of skin cancers are caused by exposure to the sun.
Check resources
MoleSpot links patients to Scan Your Skin for checking and risk resources.
Scan Your Skin →Types of skin cancer
BCC
Basal Cell Cancer is the most common type, usually pink and may bleed or itch. Growth is confined locally and can be more dangerous on the face.
SCC
Squamous Cell Cancer is more serious, as it can spread to the lymph glands. SCCs often arise from sunspots and are usually scaly and may be tender.
Melanoma
Melanoma is the most serious type because it can spread via the blood stream throughout the body. It can arise anywhere on the body and can be raised or flat, fast or slow growing, and rarely pink in colour.
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