of these times is when it comes to skin cancer; it is one of those things that you would not see your doctor until you notice a difference in your skin. Skin cancer is categorized by skin cells and the skin layers. Melanoma is caused by a problem with melanocytes which are in charge of skin pigment. When the outer layer of skin is affected‚ it is called basal cell carcinoma. Squamous cell carcinoma is when the squamous cells that make up the surface of the skin are affected. When neuroendocrine
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The skin‚ or epithelial tissue‚ primarily consists of 3 distinct layers‚ the epidermis‚ dermis‚ and hypodermis‚ respectively. The epidermis‚ or outermost layer of the skin‚ is comprised of 5 layers: stratum corneum‚ stratum lucidum‚ stratum granulosum‚ stratum spinosum‚ and stratum basale. The skin is comprised mainly of squamous cells‚ basal cells‚ and melanocytes. Skin cancer is the most known form of cancer found in the United States‚ with over 54 million individual nonmelanoma related skin cancer
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Many forms of cancer are difficult to prevent. If you are diagnosed with them‚ it is just your bad luck. This is not the case with skin cancer. The skin performs a very important purpose. It protects the body against heat‚ radiation and infection. The skin also regulates your temperature and produces vitamin D. To the surprise of many‚ the skin is considered an organ. In fact‚ it is the largest organ you have. The skin is surprisingly tough given its thinness. That being said‚ it can be damaged
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of the sun. In fact‚ skin cancer is so common among Australians; estimations are that 66% of the population will receive a skin cancer diagnosis before they turn 70. You already know to be wary of moles on your body when they change shape‚ but did you know there are other signs of skin cancer too? As someone who does like to hang out in the sun‚ these are the other signs you need to get your skin checked out by a professional. Non-healing scrapes A small scratch on the skin when you bang against
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The Ottawa charter was the first international conference on health promotion and its aim was to” achieve health for all by the year 2000 and beyond” the Ottawa charter planned on doing this by incorporating 5 key action areas‚ build a healthy public policy‚ reorient health services‚ create supportive environments‚ develop personal skills
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There are a range of health promotion initiatives that follow the Ottawa Charter action areas in the area of sexual health. The Ottawa Charter is document which was produced by the World Health Organization in 1986 to give direction to health promotion through clear definitions‚ action plans and positive involvement. The Ottawa Charter is made up of action areas‚ which are regarded as essential to any effective health promotion worldwide. Sexual health is basically a state of physical‚ mental and
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Skin Cancer What is it and how to prevent it Skin cancer is the most prevalent of all cancers. There are three types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma‚ squamous cell carcinoma‚ and malignant melanoma. In this presentation I plan to discuss a little about each of these cases as well as tell ways to prevent and treat them. The first most common skin cancer is basal cell carcinoma. This cancer develops in the basal or bottom layer of the epidermis‚ which is the top layer of the skin
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when you look at a person is their skin. It’s the largest organ of the body that’s made of epithelial tissue. It consists of two main layers‚ the epidermis and the dermis. As it’s the first thing in contact with the environment around us‚ it acts as a protective layer. Skin cancer is the rapid uncontrollable growth of abnormal skin cells that’s usually triggered by ultraviolet radiation. When skin cells with damaged DNA grow rapidly they form tumors. (Skin Cancer Foundation‚ n.d.)These tumors can
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States get skin cancer every year‚ yet it is the most preventable cancer. Many people wonder why the skin cancer are increasing‚ and how it can be prevented. Overexposure to UV rays and lack of knowledge about skin cancer prevention has caused the rate of skin cancer to go up. Background of the Problem Too much exposure to ultraviolet rays of light causes skin cancer. The two types of UV rays are UVA and UVB. Studies have shown that overexposure to UV rays is the leading cause of skin cancer. It has
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7 Indicators That You May Have Skin Cancer Truthfully‚ cancer is a hated disease. Skin cancer affects the victims’ skin in different ways‚ at times even costing lives. However‚ you can detect it early and take the appropriate measures. If you ever detect any of the below signs on your skin‚ the best option should be to see a doctor right away and have the condition diagnosed at an early stage. In case it’s confirmed to be a cancerous infection‚ some tests have to be run to determine at what stage
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