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Skin facts

The skin of both humans and other animals can be much more than just a physical line of defense. Skin performs a range of different functions which include physically protecting your bones

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Skin facts

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  1. Know your Skin

  2. Some useful Facts about our skin It is the largest organ of the human body It is the heaviest organ of the human body It is a component of the Integumentary System Beside other functions it envelopes the body surface and thus provide protection to the inside of the body

  3. Structure of the skin With naked eyes

  4. Structure of Skin Microscopic

  5. Skin Cancer A fact that cannot be ignored- Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in Australia. Skin cancers can kill and their seriousness shouldn’t be underestimated. As of any other cancer, skin cancers are of several types and subtypes, they also differ in their aggressiveness accordingly.

  6. Types of Skin Cancers

  7. What should we do ?

  8. Things to do Regular Self Skin Check (SSK) is a good tool Skin check by physicians have higher cancer pick-up rate Early diagnosis can favour outcomes Any change in the shape, size or texture of moles, if noted, one should seek prompt doctor’s advise Sun protection can play a vital role in skin cancer prevention Knowing more about your skin helps in looking after it and maintaining their health

  9. Have you had a skin check recently? Book an appointment at Station Road Medical Centre today for a skin check.

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