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SKIN CHECK TOOLKIT

SKIN SELF EXAMINATION

SKIN SELF EXAMINATION

We recommend that you do a head-to-toe self-examination of your skin every month.  This way you can find any new or changing lesions that might be cancerous or precancerous. Read more

Published: 4th February, 2016

Updated: 1st June, 2020

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THE 'ABCDE' RULE

THE 'ABCDE' RULE

Do You Know Your ABC...DE's? The ABCDE Rule of skin cancer is an easy-to-remember system for determining whether a mole or growth may be cancerous. Read more

Published: 1st May, 2017

Updated: 1st June, 2020

Author: Diane Cannon

EARLY DETECTION

EARLY DETECTION

Early Detection Is Key - Use The Sky As Your Guide Read more

Published: 6th May, 2017

Updated: 1st June, 2020

Author: Diane Cannon

SKIN SELF-EXAMINATION VIDEO

SKIN SELF-EXAMINATION VIDEO

This video covers the ABCD&E warning signs of melanoma, and the seven steps for checking the body. Read more

Published: 10th May, 2017

Updated: 16th March, 2021

Author: Diane Cannon

SKIN CHECK VIA YOUR SMART HOME SPEAKER

SKIN CHECK VIA YOUR SMART HOME SPEAKER

Your smart home speaker could save your life! Read more

Published: 11th May, 2017

Updated: 16th March, 2021

Author: Diane Cannon

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

About half of all melanomas start with a change in previously normal-looking skin. This usually looks like a dark area or an abnormal new mole. Read more

Published: 4th February, 2018

Updated: 21st March, 2019

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WHERE YOU MIGHT GET MELANOMA

WHERE YOU MIGHT GET MELANOMA

In women, melanoma is most commonly found on the lower legs. In men, melanoma is most commonly found on the head, neck, chest and back. Read more

Published: 5th February, 2018

Updated: 24th March, 2019

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WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR

WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR

You should visit your doctor straight away if you have any concerns about changes to your body. Read more

Published: 6th February, 2018

Updated: 24th March, 2019

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UV INDEX GUIDE - ALWAYS PROTECT YOUR SKIN

UV INDEX GUIDE - ALWAYS PROTECT YOUR SKIN

Download our poster here Read more

Published: 24th May, 2021

Updated: 2nd May, 2022

Author: Diane Cannon

MELANOMA - HOW & WHERE TO LOOK

MELANOMA - HOW & WHERE TO LOOK

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Published: 24th May, 2021

Updated: 2nd May, 2022

Author: Diane Cannon

MELANOMA - CHECK FOR THE SIGNS

MELANOMA - CHECK FOR THE SIGNS

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Published: 24th May, 2021

Updated: 2nd May, 2022

Author: Diane Cannon

MELANOMA UK FINDERS GUIDE

MELANOMA UK FINDERS GUIDE

Download our Finder's Guide here. Read more

Published: 8th June, 2021

Updated: 2nd May, 2022

Author: Diane Cannon

SKIN CANCER PREVENTION TIPS

SKIN CANCER PREVENTION TIPS

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Published: 6th April, 2022

Updated: 2nd May, 2022

Author: Diane Cannon

JOIN THE NATIONAL MOLE HUNT

JOIN THE NATIONAL MOLE HUNT

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Published: 7th April, 2022

Updated: 2nd May, 2022

Author: Diane Cannon

SKINVISION SMARTPHONE APP

SKINVISION SMARTPHONE APP

Get Smart About Skin Cancer - Melanoma UK and health technology company SkinVision has joined forces to provide a service that helps people to perform regular skin checks and flags up potential cancers to the attention of healthcare professionals. Read more

Published: 30th April, 2022

Updated: 12th May, 2022

Author: Diane Cannon

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  • MEET SHANE MCCORMICK OUR NEW AMBASSADOR FOR OUTDOOR WORKERS

    MEET SHANE MCCORMICK OUR NEW AMBASSADOR FOR OUTDOOR WORKERS

    We are delighted to welcome Shane McCormick to the Melanoma UK family as our new Ambassador.  Shane’s main goal is to help heighten awareness of sun/UV safety by targeting outdoor workers.

  • AMBASSADOR FOR OUTDOOR WORKERS

    AMBASSADOR FOR OUTDOOR WORKERS

    We are delighted to welcome Shane McCormick to the Melanoma UK family as our new Ambassador.  Shane’s main goal is to help heighten awareness of sun/UV safety by targeting outdoor workers.

  • JEWSON IS JOINING FORCES WITH MELANOMA UK TO HARD HAT YOUR SKIN

    JEWSON IS JOINING FORCES WITH MELANOMA UK TO HARD HAT YOUR SKIN

    Jewson is joining forces with Melanoma UK, to help protect builders and its own colleagues from the dangers of skin cancer #hardhatyourskin

  • JEWSON IS JOINING FORCES WITH MELANOMA UK TO HARD HAT YOUR SKIN

    JEWSON IS JOINING FORCES WITH MELANOMA UK TO HARD HAT YOUR SKIN

    Jewson is joining forces with Melanoma UK, to help protect builders and its own colleagues from the dangers of skin cancer #hardhatyourskin

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  • SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

    SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

    About half of all melanomas start with a change in previously normal-looking skin. This usually looks like a dark area or an abnormal new mole.

  • THE 'ABCDE' RULE

    THE 'ABCDE' RULE

    Do You Know Your ABC...DE's? The ABCDE Rule of skin cancer is an easy-to-remember system for determining whether a mole or growth may be cancerous.

  • STAGES OF MELANOMA

    STAGES OF MELANOMA

    The stage of a cancer is a term used to describe the size and depth of the melanoma, and whether it has spread. Knowing the stage of your cancer helps doctors decide on the best treatment for you.

  • SKINVISION SMARTPHONE APP

    SKINVISION SMARTPHONE APP

    Get Smart About Skin Cancer - Melanoma UK and health technology company SkinVision has joined forces to provide a service that helps people to perform regular skin checks and flags up potential cancers to the attention of healthcare professionals.

  • ME MELANOMA, NO CHANCE!

    ME MELANOMA, NO CHANCE!

    My Melanoma Journey as written by Jayne Williams

  • LONGITUDINAL MELANONYCHIA

    LONGITUDINAL MELANONYCHIA

    Longitudinal Melanonychia Guidance By Dr Christian Aldridge

  • SKIN SELF EXAMINATION

    SKIN SELF EXAMINATION

    We recommend that you do a head-to-toe self-examination of your skin every month.  This way you can find any new or changing lesions that might be cancerous or precancerous.

  • ALEX BAKER - MY MELANOMA STORY

    ALEX BAKER - MY MELANOMA STORY

    In July 2017, Alex Baker noticed a small growth on his right shin. Here he shares his story, including several graphic photographs.

  • COVID-19 VACCINE & MELANOMA

    COVID-19 VACCINE & MELANOMA

    COVID-19 Q&A with Professor James Larkin

  • OVERVIEW OF MELANOMA

    OVERVIEW OF MELANOMA

    Melanoma is a type of cancer that starts in cells in the skin called melanocytes. These cells make a pigment called melanin which gives skin its natural colour.

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