February 2023 saw a significant milestone for the Skin Health Institute’s Occupational Dermatology Clinic as it turned 30! Originally founded by current president A/Prof Rosemary Nixon AM and nurse Kath Frowen, it was initially held at Monash Medical Centre. It then transferred to the then Skin and Cancer Foundation (now SHI) in 2001 when the …
The Skin Health Institute is opening an Acne Clinic on 24 February for all patients aged 12 and above with a valid GP referral. Acne is one of the most common skin conditions, and generally peaks in adolescence and early adulthood, affecting around 85% of people between the ages of 12 to 24. Though it …
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Every November, National Skin Cancer Action Week aims to remind Australians of the importance of protecting themselves from the sun’s rays. Skin cancer has a 69% survival rate; however, those odds are dramatically increased by early detection, making campaigns like this week a life-saving initiative. Every 4 minutes another Australian is diagnosed with skin cancer …
On Wednesday 16 November, The Skin Health Institute held its Annual General Meeting for 2022. It was well attended by members of the Institute who resolved to extend A/Prof Rosemary Nixon AM’s term as President. Treasurer Jim Power, Dr Damien Angus and Dr Aaron Robinson also had their terms serving on the Board of Directors …
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This week, 12-20 November 2022 is Alopecia Areata Awareness Week. Held annually in the third week of November, this initiative aims to raise the profile of this often misunderstood skin condition and promotes ways to support friends or loved ones as they cope with the associated hair loss. Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder that …
On Saturday 29 October, we took a moment to observe World Psoriasis Day, the annual day dedicated to people living with psoriatic disease. The theme of World Psoriasis Day 2022 was ‘mental health’ which has been recognised as a significant factor for those living with psoriatic disease. Statistics show that a quarter of people living …
Today, Monday 24 October 2022, we are celebrating 35 years of the Skin Health Institute and we would like to take a moment to recognise all the contributions our staff, consultants, members, patients, and partners have provided to the Institute over the years. On this day in 1987, thanks to the generous donations of 36 …
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As announced yesterday by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Australia will observe a National Day of Mourning for Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. The public holiday in memory of the late queen will be held next Thursday 22 September. As a result, the Institute will be closed on the 22nd and also on the 23rd of …
Today is RUOK Day, and although we should ask each other this question regularly, today we recognise the importance of having these conversations. Research has found four in ten Australians feel asking someone “are you OK?” is a conversation better had with an expert. However, R U OK? want everyone to know you don’t need …
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