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with Jarryd Kelly How do | know if a spot is suspicious? You've got a freckle, mole or discoloured area. Not every mark on our skin is a cause for concern — but how can you know when to take action? A simple rule is, any changes should be checked. In Australia, where instances of skin cancer are very high, a yearly skin check allows your doctor to monitor changes to your skin. What does “change” mean? It can be anything from changes to shape, size, colour and texture. It also covers anything new; including new marks or sensations, such as soreness, tingling, itching or bleeding. Look at your spot and ask yourself these questions: You should also consider the ABCDE guidelines: ¢ Asymmetry — Are the two halves of the spot different? * Does it look or feel different from my other spots? * Has it changed in colour, texture, size or shape? ¢ Diameter — Is the spot greater than 6mm across, | or is it smaller but growing? e Is ita sore which itches, bleeds or hasn't healed after a couple of weeks? * ~— Evolving — Has the spot changed in any way? How can | reduce my risk of skin cancer? Exposure to UV radiation from the sun is the major cause of skin cancer, so practicing good sun safety is Borders — Are its edges uneven, notched or blurred? ¢ Colour —Are there different colour patches within it? \ y Jarryd Kelly Pharmacist TerryWhite Chemmart Busselton, WA key. Whenever UV levels are 3 or higher, use a combination of sun protection measures (broad-brimmed hat, clothing, sunscreen, shade, and if practical, sunglasses). Don’t just wait for hot and sunny days, as UV Seuc= can still reach damaging levels, even on cool, cloudy days. Come in and see your TerryWhite Chemmart Pharmacist for more on sun protection. Got your quit date? Congratulations! Remember, you're supported on the journey ahead, Here are some of our most effective tips for quitting smoking. —more energy and time, regaining control, saving money, easier’ breathing, healthier blood, lungs and heart, greater life ncy. Within 12 hours excess carbon monoxide is out of your blood. In five days most nicotine is out of your body. In one week your sense of taste and smell improves. In one month your skin appearance is likely to improve! ~your friends, family, Pharmacist, doctor and free hotlines can all provide support, direction and advice. = nicotine replacement patches, gum, lozenges, sprays and prescription medications are not “cheating”. —keep healthy snacks (think dried fruit, nuts, vegetable sticks), sugar-free lollipops, gum and toothpicks on hand. doodling, texting, crocheting or handling straws, stress balls, pencils, fidget toys, a Rubik's cube, large ring or 5Oe piece can keep your hands busy. — irritability, trouble concentrating, changes in appetite, flu-like symptoms, dizziness and others may occur. See your Pharmacist to plan techniques in advance to support you through. — positive self-talk, big picture thinking, e, deep breathing, anise talking toa eee, exercise and oice can help. bps//ven cancerorg aulcancernformaton’ typesof-cancer/kin-cancer hitps://wonskincancerorg/risk factors! weradiaton/ Nicorette* Selected Range Cott] ert raed pare ee et) Nicotine 2mg omen yy Perec eare LS) Nicabate* Gum 4mg or 2mg 100 pieces Savings listed are calculated from supple recommended retail price (RRP) at the time of preparation and not necessary previous in-store price. Due to our competitive pricing policy we may not have sold at RRP. “The percentage savings shown are calculated to the nearest 5% of the actual saving. *Always read the label and follow the directions for use.