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Australians have a 1 in 29 lifetime risk of developing melanoma, with new cases of skin cancer outnumbering all other forms of cancer by more than three to one.
Skin caner affects people from all walks of life, with risk factors centered around family and environmental history.
- Living in Australia
- Over exposure to UV radiation from the sun or tanning machines
- Being badly sun burnt on occasion as a child
- Family history of skin cancer
- Having skin that burns easily and doesn't tan
Healthworks® Skin Cancer Checks are 10 minutes in length and involves individual examination for signs of potential skin cancers. These checks are conducted by fully qualified professionals, with referral given for those participants requiring further attention.
Healthworks® Skin Cancer Checks are a step in the right direction towards reducing organisatinal risk and protection the health of your employees. For key personnel, Healthworks® recommends participation in the Premier Health Program; encompassing thorough Executive Health Testing and support services.
Healthworks® can also support maintenance of healthy sun behaviors throughout your organisation, with Cancer Awareness and Heat & Sun Safety Booklets. |