Скачать или смотреть Professor Rod Sinclair (dermatologist) explains who is at risk of skin cancer

The sooner skin cancer is found, the easier it is to treat.

The best way to ensure you detect skin cancer early is to get to know your skin and what’s normal for you. Any changes including new spots, changes in shape, colour or size should be checked by your GP.

This is also important if you have naturally dark skin. Although your risk of melanoma is lower, it is more likely to be found at a later, more dangerous stage than people with lighter skin.

Most skin cancers are found by people checking their own skin, or are noticed by a loved one. There is no evidence to support screening programs for skin cancer at a population level, however, people at high risk of skin cancer should discuss a surveillance strategy with their GP.

Check your skin regularly, if you notice anything unusual, visit your doctor as soon as possible.

Listen to Professor Rod Sinclair explain who is most at risk of skin cancer.