There are several types of skin cancer which are divided into two main groups: melanoma and non-melanoma. Melanoma is the least common but most serious form. Malignant melanoma skin cancer (melanoma) This is an aggressive type of cancer that can... Read More
What is skin cancer? Skin cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the skin. It occurs when DNA damage is caused to skin cells (most often by ultraviolet radiation from sunshine or tanning beds), that trigger mutations, or... Read More
Tanning, moles and freckles, how the skin defends itself The skin is the body’s outer protective cover. It is made up of three layers, epidermis, dermis and fat. The outer layer is called the epidermis. The skin defends itself from... Read More
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in Northern Ireland and is caused by overexposure to UV (ultraviolet) light. Sunlight and sunbeds are the main sources of UV. What is UV? Ultraviolet radiation given out by the sun is made... Read More
