That’s why we are partnering with Melanoma New Zealand to deliver lifesaving tools on sun safety and early detection of skin cancer, to ensure we all stay healthy on-site and off.
Stay tuned for more information about our “Prevent, Check, Protect” campaign, where we’ll be sharing education and offering spot checks at some of our branches around the country in partnership with Melanoma New Zealand. And be sure to check out our “Spot On or a bit off?” guide to doing a self-check.
SPOT ON OR A BIT OFF GUIDE
We’ll be working with them to offer free spot check events around the country.
Click below to find out more information.
MELANOMA NEW ZEALAND - SPOT CHECK FREE EVENTS
Undertaking regular self-skin checks and checks by a health professional, are the most effective ways to detect melanoma early.
Click on the spots to find out what to look for.
Do a skin
check today.
Click on the spots to find out what to look for.
Do a skin
check today.
Asymmetry
One half is different from the other half.
If melanoma is recognised and treated early enough it is almost always curable.
Know the skin you're in. Do a skin check today.
Border
Border Edges are poorly defined. It's ragged, notched, blurred or irregular in shape.
Being aware of any changes is key to finding skin cancer early.
Know the skin you're in. Do a skin check today.
Colour
Uneven colour with shades of black, brown and tan - white, grey, red, pink or blue may also be present.
Being aware of any changes is key to finding skin cancer early.
Know the skin you're in. Do a skin check today.
Different
Looks different from other spots, freckles or moles (an 'ugly duckling').
Check your entire body, including skin not normally exposed to the sun.
Know the skin you're in. Do a skin check today.
Evolving or Elevated
New 'mole', or skin spot that is changing - becoming bigger, sticking out or painful.
Ask someone to help to check difficult-to-see areas like the back of your neck and scalp.
Know the skin you're in. Do a skin check today.
Firm
Firm to the touch.
Your health is worth protecting, it's the strongest tool in your belt.
Know the skin you're in. Do a skin check today.
Growing
Most are larger than 6mm and keep growing.
Remember, if you have any concerns seek advice as soon as you can.
Know the skin you're in. Do a skin check today.
Head on over to Melanoma New Zealand’s directory to find a healthcare professional near you. Remember, if you have any concerns seek advice as soon as you can.
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