Community
2 August, 2024
Skin check van coming to Camperdown
THE Lions Club of Camperdown have announced the Skin Check and Awareness Unit van will be visiting Camperdown on September 14 and 15 at the Guide Hall, located at 251 Manifold Street.
The van will provide a free skin checking service to local people and will be operated by fully trained, certificated and professionally supervised volunteers.
Lions Skin Cancer van program leader Maree Belyea said the unit will also be a “valuable” resource for residents to access not only the skin check, but “valuable and timely” information about skin care and self-checking techniques.
“Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, and Lions Clubs in Victoria and southern New South Wales are doing something practical about reducing that level and its impact on families,” she said.
“The incorporated charity, the Lions V Districts Cancer Foundation, has put a Skin Check and Awareness Unit on the road, following excellent financial support from Lions Clubs and generous public and private supporters.
“We know early detection of skin lesions potentially saves lives, so this visit will be a timely support and reminder to local people of the need to take care of their skin.
“Following the skin check, visitors will be issued with a referral to their GP if there are any suspect spots or lesions.”
Ms Belyea said the unit is not a medical clinic, meaning diagnosis and treatment plans are not discussed during the check.
“It simply provides the skin check and alerts the visitor to skin lesions that require further checking and attention - a great first step in ensuring urgent needs are addressed,” she said.
The airconditioned van has three fully equipped checking rooms and an entry foyer, as well as a disabled lift and entry at the rear.
To book a free skin cancer checking, residents can contact Maree Belyea on 0417 352 987 or by email at camperdown.vic@lions.org.au.
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