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23 August, 2024

Free skin checks in Warrnambool

IN response to statistics that show Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, Lions clubs around the nation have united to put a skin check and awareness unit on the road.

By Staff Writer

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Lions clubs across Victoria and southern New South Wales are working hard to reduce that level and its impact on families.

Local residents will be able to take advantage of free skin cancer checks when the van visits Warrnambool next week.

The van will be at the carnival area at Lake Pertobe on Saturday, August 31 and Sunday, September 1 for appointments.

The van will provide a free skin check service to local people and will be operated by fully trained, certified and professionally supervised volunteers.

The unit will also be a valuable resource for local people to access not only the skin check, but valuable and timely information about skin care and self-checking techniques.

As early detection of skin lesions potentially saves lives, this visit will be a timely support and reminder to local people of the need to take care of their skin.

Following the skin check, visitors will be issued with a referral to their GP if there are any suspect spots or lesions.

The unit is not a medical clinic, so diagnosis or treatment requirements will not be discussed.

It simply provides the skin check and alerts the visitor to skin lesions that require further checking and attention – a great first step in ensuring urgent needs are addressed.

The van has three fully-equipped checking rooms, an entry foyer, disabled lift and entry at the rear.

To book a free skin cancer check in Warrnambool contact the Lions Club of Warrnambool on 5562 6313.

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