Skin cancer risk factors in Australia Australia has the highest incidence of skin cancer in the world. Risk factors for skin cancer include having fair skin and having been severely sunburned in the past.
Skin cancer: causes Most skin cancers are caused by ultraviolet radiation (UVR) from the sun.
Skin cancer: early detection Regular skin self-examination is the best way to detect skin cancers early, when treatment is most likely to be successful. Find out what to look for.
Skin cancer: treatment Most skin cancers are treated with surgery, but occasionally radiotherapy or chemotherapy, or 2 or all 3 of these treatments, are used.
Skin cancer: what is it? Read about the 3 main types of skin cancer, basal cell carcinoma, melanoma and squamous cell carcinoma.
UV index The UV Index shows the intensity of the sun`s radiation. Find out how you can use it to avoid skin damage and plan your day`s outdoor activities.
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