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Skin cancer rates set to double – time to protect yourself, says Minister

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Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Ireland, with around 13,000 new cases every year. Very worryingly, this number is projected to double by 2045. However, skin cancer is also one of the most preventable.

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Skin cancer is now the number one most diagnosed cancer in Ireland. As part of Skin Cancer Awareness Month, top Irish skin expert Eavanna Breen wants to remind people of the importance of protecting your skin from the sun, as the summer fast approaches.

Most Irish people neglect to use SPF outside of the usual summer months

A common misconception is how a large proportion of Irish people only concern themselves with applying SPF products and generally protecting their skin from the sun throughout the warmer months or when on holiday, believing that there is no need for such sun protection efforts in winter.

Third of people ‘not at all worried’ about skin cancer

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A third of Irish people are ‘not at all worried’ about skin cancer, worrying new research has revealed, despite the fact that skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in Ireland and claims over 230 lives each year - according to the Irish Cancer Society.

Builders, farmers and outdoor workers urged to be SunSmart due to skin cancer risks

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Healthy Ireland, HSE, and the Construction Industry Federation, are joining forces to urge outdoor workers to follow the 5S’s of skin protection.

Have a healthy and happy holiday with help from Totalhealth Pharmacies

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The summer holidays are now and happening and whether staying at home, or travelling abroad, professional advice from totalhealth pharmacies can make things easier.

Severe pressure on UHG’s urology department in 2014 - says report

More than one in six outpatient attendances at Galway University Hospitals (UHG and Merlin Park) in 2014 involved newly diagnosed cancer patients.

Skinchecker campaign urges people to check their moles

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As melanoma cases continue to rise, La Roche-Posay and awareness campaign Skinchecker are urging people to check their moles.

Adopt positive lifestyle choices to ward off cancer

An organisation which operates a mobile cancer information unit regularly in Galway, is urging people to adopt positive lifestyle choices to help prevent the condition.

Government publishes Bill to prevent minors using commercial sunbeds

The Government has this week published legislation that will prohibit operators of sunbed premises from allowing anyone under 18 to use sunbeds.

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