Dr Ritu Gupta, a specialist dermatologist, recently graced the pages of The Australian, where she openly discussed important things dermatologists would like to tell their patients about skin cancer. She highlights the alarming incidence of skin cancer in Australia, emphasising the need for awareness, early detection, and consistent sun protection practices.
Dr Ritu promotes sun protection, stating that this is not just for children but also teenagers, who should be reminded of the harmful effects of the sun. She states that wearing wide-brimmed hats reduces skin cancers on the head and neck by 70% and thus, this should be stressed in schools. She suggested mandatory hat-wearing, making hats part of the school uniform.
She also warns people to consult only specialists for skin checks. Dr Ritu advised to look for the letters “FACD” when seeking skin specialists as these indicate that the dermatologist is well-trained to provide accurate diagnoses.
Dr Ritu concludes on a positive note by raising awareness of melanoma and skin cancer increases, and advancements in sun protection help reduce their growing incidence. Early detection and regular skin checks are essential to reducing the impacts of skin cancer on individuals and healthcare systems.
Read the full article here: Eight things a dermatologist wants you to know about skin cancer
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