# Skin Cancer

Last year

2022

# Skin Cancer

New test reliably predicts spread or return of melanoma

Scientists have developed the new tool after making a breakthrough in understanding how skin cancers grow.

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Jan 14th 2022, 11:10 AM

All time

# debunk

Debunked: No, you won't develop skin cancer from wearing sunglasses

A social media claim is wrongly saying that sunglasses are harmful.

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Jun 26th 2021, 7:00 AM

# protect your skin

Warning to protect children in the sun as 90% of 10-17 year olds say they've had sunburn at least once

New research was published by the Institute of Public Health and NUI Galway today.

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Jun 17th 2020, 7:45 AM

# Your Say

Poll: Does the price of sunscreen influence your usage?

Over 11,000 cases of skin cancer are diagnosed each year.

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May 28th 2019, 9:23 AM

# sun safety

'Stay safe, make smart decisions': Here's how to look after yourself during the warm weather

Met Éireann has said that this weekend will see temperatures hit as high as 25 degrees.

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Jun 23rd 2018, 6:30 AM

# Be prepared

Do you work indoors? Here's why you need to be wary of the sun - even when it's cloudy out

People are being warned that their skin can still be damaged on cloudy days.

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Jun 22nd 2018, 6:00 AM

# Organ Donation

Michael has had three transplants and is helping other patients come to terms with kidney failure

The former Dublin hurler is also receiving treatment for skin cancer.

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Jan 13th 2018, 6:30 PM

# budget 2018

Vat rate on sunbed services almost doubles to 23%

Senator Catherine Noone said that sunbeds are currently defined as “care of the human body”.

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Oct 10th 2017, 1:56 PM

# uv rays

'I thought a mark on my face was acne, but it was skin cancer'

Orla Fallon was diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma at the start of her Leaving Cert year.

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Jul 1st 2017, 7:30 PM

# outdoor risks

Skin cancer deaths in Ireland: One in four are construction workers or farmers

Workers in these industries are being urged to be aware of the risks of exposure to the sun.

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May 1st 2017, 10:47 AM

# Skin Cancer

Designer says burkini bans in France have boosted sales of the swimwear

“Women are standing together on this. It doesn’t matter what race or religion.”

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Aug 23rd 2016, 10:12 AM

Voices

What do I do if I find something unusual on my skin? Here's some advice from an expert

Roseleen Flaherty from the Irish Cancer Society talks about how to check if you have skin cancer.

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Aug 6th 2016, 8:00 PM

# Health

Ireland has the 14th-highest rates of skin cancer in the world

Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer worldwide.

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Jul 14th 2016, 9:12 AM

# Your Say

Poll: Do you wear sun cream in Ireland?

Irish people are more susceptible to skin cancer – are we protecting ourselves?

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Jul 14th 2016, 9:09 AM

# Safety First

This patch will say you're at risk of being sunburned before it happens

The UV Patch, which changes colour to indicate the different levels of sun exposure, will be launched here in June.

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May 9th 2016, 3:42 PM

# Not Fair

People with red hair are more at risk of developing skin cancer

Being born with a red hair gene may double your chance of developing skin cancer.

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Apr 28th 2016, 12:33 PM

# word of warning

Hugh Jackman tells people to wear sunscreen after another skin cancer surgery

The actor said he is “an example of what happens when you don’t wear sunscreen”.

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Feb 9th 2016, 8:58 AM

# Progress

Good news as cancer rates among Irish men start to plateau

There is concern, however, about lung cancer rates among women as they continue to rise.

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Dec 14th 2015, 6:00 AM

# Skin Cancer

Have more than 11 moles on your arm? Get them checked

New research could help GPs identify those with a higher risk of developing melanoma.

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Oct 19th 2015, 12:38 PM

# sunburn art

People are getting sunburned on purpose for 'sunburn tattoos'

Everybody’s free (to wear sunscreen).

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Jul 7th 2015, 9:03 AM

# Skin Cancer

Are you a 'young, affluent city-dweller'? (If 'yes' - maybe read this)

Why you need to cover-up in the city – even on these sunny-but-cloudy summer days.

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Jun 16th 2015, 10:30 AM

# Cold Sores

A herpes virus is being harnessed to battle skin cancer...

The results of the trial showed the treatment could lengthen survival by years in some patients.

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May 27th 2015, 8:02 AM

# warning

Woman's graphic skin cancer treatment photo goes viral

It’s not nice – but it’s necessary to see.

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May 12th 2015, 8:23 PM

# Your Say

Poll: Should sunbed use be banned?

They’re already banned in Brazil and parts of Australia.

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Mar 2nd 2015, 9:38 AM

# Sun Bed Ban

Child tanners banned from sunbeds

Topping up a tan using sunbeds will no longer be an option for under-18s as new legislation comes into force on Monday.

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Jul 18th 2014, 4:00 PM

# burn baby burn

There's a high UV rating today so slather on that sunscreen

It’s expected to reach 22 degrees today with a UV index between 6 and 8.

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Jun 12th 2014, 9:42 AM

# Skin Cancer

'Jesus, there's a lump there' - Michael Noonan recalls the moment he discovered he had cancer

The finance minister said he found a lump on his shoulder in February.

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Jun 4th 2014, 11:39 AM

# Cancer

Michael Noonan received treatment for skin cancer after finding lump

The Minister for Finance said he received five weeks radiotherapy and then had a sarcoma removed.

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Jun 3rd 2014, 10:55 PM

# melanoma monday

Infographic: Here's how you spot skin cancer

Skin cancer is the most common form of the disease in Ireland and most cases can be prevented if caught early. Here’s how to do that…

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May 5th 2014, 5:00 PM

# PREVENTABLE

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in Ireland and the numbers are rising

There’s been an 81 per cent increase in incidents since records began in 1994.

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Apr 29th 2014, 3:44 PM

# problems

Padraig Harrington reveals he's had treatment for skin cancer

The three-time major winner lost his father, Patrick, to cancer and said that he wanted to raise awareness of the disease.

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Feb 21st 2014, 12:33 PM

# Your Say

Poll: Should planned legislation on sunbeds be stricter?

Legislation to ban the use of sunbeds by under 18s and regulate the industry has been approved but the Irish Cancer Society says this is not enough. Do you agree?

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Dec 18th 2013, 9:33 AM

# Cancer

Vinnie Jones and wife Tanya both being treated for skin cancer

The news comes just days after actor Hugh Jackman announced that he was found to have basal cell carcinoma on his nose.

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Nov 24th 2013, 10:59 AM

# Cancer

Vinnie Jones and wife Tanya both being treated for skin cancer

The news comes just days after actor Hugh Jackman announced that he was found to have basal cell carcinoma on his nose.

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Nov 24th 2013, 10:43 AM

# Ireland

Rates of certain types of skin cancer have increased since 2002

The National Cancer Registry Ireland said that an average of 6,899 cases of invasive skin cancer were diagnosed each year in Ireland between 1994 and 2011.

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Sep 6th 2013, 8:44 AM

# feeling hot hot hot

Put away the aftersun: scientists may have found an end to sunburn pain

The sore, red and sometimes itchy skin that we get from too many rays is caused by a molecule called TRPV4, blocking it will block pain.

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Aug 10th 2013, 6:30 PM

# Your Say

Poll: Do you wear sunscreen when out in the sun?

What do you do to make sure your skin is protected from harmful UV rays?

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Jun 8th 2013, 11:11 AM

# heatwaves

294 deaths may have been caused by Irish... heatwaves

The study found that because Ireland’s climate is changing there will be more heatwaves, which may result in more heat-related deaths.

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Jun 7th 2013, 10:04 AM

Voices

Column: You can get a tan from a bottle, so save your skin

People in Ireland seem to be obsessed with getting a tan – but this country has one of the highest skin cancer rates in the entire world. It’s time to wake up to the real danger sun of exposure, says Pauline Power, who was diagnosed with a melanoma at 29.

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May 16th 2013, 7:30 PM

# mole mapping

Calls for health insurers to include mole mapping in general policies

However, the Irish Cancer Society believes it is more important for people to check and know their own skin rather than having their moles mapped digitally.

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May 5th 2013, 7:45 AM