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Skin cancer is the most common cancer in Australia. There are two main types: melanoma and non-melanocytic skin cancer, which is more common but less life threatening.
Updated November 2008
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Skin cancer statistics
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| Publisher: |
myDr
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Some Australian facts and figures on melanoma of the skin.
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Jan 2007
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| Title: |
Skin cancer overview
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Cancer Council Victoria
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Skin cancer is a disease of the body's skin cells caused mainly by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
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Mar 2008
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Melanoma
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Better Health Channel
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Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer. Over 2,000 Victorians are diagnosed with melanoma every year. A melanoma may appear as a new spot or as a change in an existing mole or freckle. If untreated, melanoma can spread to other parts of the body.
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Sep 2008
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Melanoma
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The Cancer Council Australia
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Provides information about melanoma including symptoms, causes, prevention and treatment.
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| Date: |
Oct 2007
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| Title: |
Skin cancer statistics
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| Publisher: |
Cancer Council Victoria
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A snapshot of skin cancer incidence and mortality rates.
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Feb 2008
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About skin cancer
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| Publisher: |
The Cancer Council Australia
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Provides information about skin cancer and links to further information and the importance of early detection.
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Oct 2007
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