What Sunscreen should I use?
June 4, 2020
There are a lot of sunscreens on the market, and not all do what they claim. Read the label, and pick a sunscreen with:
Broad spectrum sun protection (these protect against both UVA and UVB radiation)
SPF 30, or higher
Water resistant if you are swimming or boating.
SPF 30...
Can I get skin cancer if I have dark skin?
June 4, 2020
The short answer is yes, but a darker skin colour is associated with a reduced risk of developing skin cancers. Current statistics in NZ shows that there may well be a lower risk for Maori and Pacific peoples. One serious issue is that for Maori and Pacific people who do dev...
Why self-checks are important
June 4, 2020
Did you know that somewhere between one third and a half of melanomas are diagnosed by the patients themselves? Keeping an eye on your own skin, and knowing about changes early is invaluable. This should be done regularly, which is every 3-6 months for the general population...
Light from the sun, or a lamp or candle flame are all examples of unpolarised light. Put very simply, they emit electromagnetic waves that can vibrate in every direction (or plane).
When these waves are limited to a singe plane by filtration this is termed polarised light. I...
What’s my skin cancer risk level?
June 4, 2020
Anyone can develop skin cancer, but it is important to understand the factors that contribute to increased risk, and check your skin. You are at greater risk if answering yes to any of these questions below:
Do you have fair skin, fair or red hair and blue eyes?Do you have a...