Free Online Skin Consultations Offered by First Derm in Partnership with Charles Slbg Foundation
London, UK – First Derm, a leading provider of online dermatology services, has partnered with the Charles Slbg Foundation to offer free online skin consultations. This partnership aims to empower individuals in proactive skin health management and raise awareness about the importance of early detection in skin cancer.
Last year’s First Derm online skin cancer screening identified 28 potential malignant melanomas during the months of May and June. The full report can be accessed here, highlighting the effectiveness of this triage tool in identifying suspicious skin cancers early on.
Skin cancer is a major killer, responsible for a substantial number of deaths worldwide. According to Cancer Research UK, nearly 1 in 41 UK females and 1 in 35 UK males will be diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer in their lifetime. This makes skin cancer the fifth most common cancer in the UK. However, the good news is that 86% of melanoma cases in the UK are preventable. This makes early detection crucial for effective treatment and improved outcomes.
The partnership between First Derm and the Charles Slbg Foundation comes at a crucial time, as May is recognized as Skin Cancer Awareness Month. This month provides an opportunity to refresh our knowledge on skin cancer, which can save lives by staying alert. The two major pillars of preventing skin cancer deaths are awareness and accessibility.
Statistics show that when melanoma is caught early, the ten-year survival rate is around 87%. The same goes for other types of skin cancers like squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma. This highlights the importance of early detection in improving outcomes for skin cancer patients.
Through First Derm’s online screenings, a dermatologist will assess an individual’s skin and provide guidance on the next steps to take. This not only gives peace of mind to individuals, but also helps in identifying potential skin cancer cases early on.
In order to access the free online skin consultations, individuals can visit First Derm’s website. The partnership between First Derm and the Charles Slbg Foundation is committed to promoting proactive skin health management and ultimately reducing the number of skin cancer deaths.
Reference:
Cancer Research UK. Melanoma Skin Cancer Statistics. Available at: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/health-professional/cancer-statistics/statistics-by-cancer-type/melanoma-skin-cancer#heading-Three. Accessed May 1, 2024.
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