WHEN OUT DOORS, EDUCATE YOUR KIDS.
Submitted: Saturday, May 05, 2007 at 11:34
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Member - DAZA (QLD)
Hi All
I know its not the usual topic re 4WD-S ect, but I guess a lot of members have
had similar experiences,with the dreaded sun cancers in their life time.
I for one dont like talking about my self, but would like to warn others, to be
more vigalant with our
young folk.
Years ago as a
young plumber I wasnt aware of the problems you can get from
not wearing shirts or hats while working or playing in the sun.
Now at 59 I average a skin biopsy at least every six weeks. fortunately the last
one I had picked up a melanoma which was on the back of my ear,
One week later I had a large portion of my ear re shaped. after they removed
all of the cancer. I AM ONE OF THE LUCKY ONES.
AS I MENTIONED BEFORE EDUCATE YOUR KIDS OR GRAND KIDS ECT.
Cheers
Daza
Reply By: Member - Phil G (SA) - Saturday, May 05, 2007 at 13:17
Saturday, May 05, 2007 at 13:17
And there's NO evidence that sunscreen affects the rate of skin cancer.
So the hat and the shirt and keeping out of the sun is more important.
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Follow Up By: Member - Stephen M (NSW) - Saturday, May 05, 2007 at 14:12
Saturday, May 05, 2007 at 14:12
Yep I with you Phil, my wife paints herself with sunscreen and still gets burnt makes me wonder is it really that efficient. Hat, long sleeve shirts, and try and keep out the sun. Look at the farmers they all wear hats and most have long sleeve light cotton shirts on. Wether they get skin cancers or not I dont know but must help considerably. Regards steve M
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Reply By: Member - Banjo (WA) - Saturday, May 05, 2007 at 14:15
Saturday, May 05, 2007 at 14:15
I thought I read that someone,scientist?, suggested that the current high rates of skin cancers were CAUSED not by the sun, but by the gunk we smear on to protect ourselves.
Anyway, avoiding them is the best way to go for sure.
Thanks for the reminder.
Banjo (WA)
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Reply By: V8Diesel - Saturday, May 05, 2007 at 20:21
Saturday, May 05, 2007 at 20:21
Just completed a safety corse today. This topic was discussed and is referred to as 'Australian disease' overseas.
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Reply By: D-Jack - Saturday, May 05, 2007 at 21:46
Saturday, May 05, 2007 at 21:46
Check this out, this is me (don't worry about the fish).....
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http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d48/BHMD/FirstBigMullie.jpg[/IMG]
The hat also has velcro around the nose area so I fold it over and the only things showing are my sunglasses. I have also added a pair of palmless gloves to the battle gear - don't have to worry about hands (very vulnerable) any more. I'm 34 yrs old.
Photo was taken in very hot conditions, a little water (easy down the sea) splashed on you keeps you cool for 15 minutes or so, especially on the arm area.
D-Jack
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Follow Up By: D-Jack - Saturday, May 05, 2007 at 21:48
Saturday, May 05, 2007 at 21:48
oops try again...
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Reply By: Trevor R (QLD) - Sunday, May 06, 2007 at 21:30
Sunday, May 06, 2007 at 21:30
You are not alone in being vigilant, when it comes to skin cancer. I am only 36 but have had too many skin cancers removed than I bear to remember, including a close shave with a melanoma and redesigning my ear with a squamus cell carcinoma (speliing????). I am still at a dermatologist every few months but my last visit I was told to see him in another 6 months (first time ever) as he feels he is getting on top of things now, but I still have to be very vigilant.
My son is probably lucky in one way, cause he is very protected when outdoors due to my experience, at 4 yo he needs protecting.
Take Daza's word of warning very seriously and protect yourselves and your family.
Cheers Trevor.
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