Cost of skin cancer screening in Perth, Western Australia
Worried about a mole or spot? Don’t wait until it’s too late. Early detection of skin cancer is crucial, and routine skin cancer checks can make a significant difference in treatment outcomes. If you have fair skin and grew up in Australia, it is especially important to get regular skin checks. At our clinic in Subiaco, close to Perth CBD, we offer convenient and comprehensive skin cancer screening and detection services.
We understand that cost is an important factor, which is why we strive to provide our services at economical rates, making early detection affordable and accessible for everyone
What does a skin check cost?
Our fees for a full body skin check are capped at an “out-of-pocket” cost of $99. The cost is highly affordable to you, even if its just for a spot check. If you have a spot, mole or lesion that has been concerning you and want us to check it, book now.
Book with our skin cancer practitioner Christine Comans who has specialised training in skin cancer medicine.Most full check appointments take around 20 minutes, depending on the level of sun exposure to the skin, and a number of moles and freckles, and lesions of concerns. We will provide a comprehensive skin check because we are passionate about prevention and early detection of skin cancer, it is at the heart of what we do.
The cost to your health.
The stats tell us that Melanoma is the most common cancer in 15-29 year olds and that by 70, two in three Aussies are diagnosed with skin cancer. If you live in Perth, Western Australia, you will know our sun is harsh and these statistics are an important reminder to make annual skin checks part of your early detection strategy.
The cost of skin cancer to the community
Skin cancer accounts for the majority of newly diagnosed cancers in Australia. Anyone can develop skin cancer, however, frequent sun exposure significantly increases individual risk. The good news is that most cases are highly treatable when detected early.
The cost of skin cancer to the health system.
Skin cancer costs the Australian Health System more than $1.72 billion. Skin cancer is a significant burden on the health system and there is substantial spending on skin cancer each year. In 2014, there was 9.4 million dollars worth of Medicare claims paid for Melanoma and 127.6 million dollars for keratinocyte cancers. Keratinocyte cancers account for 8.1% of all health system spending.
The cost of skin cancer in the workplace.
Anyone can develop skin cancer, but, frequent sun-exposure dramatically increases individual risk. Outdoor workers are at an increased risk of skin cancer, each year, approximately 200 melanomas and 34,000 other types of skin cancers are caused by occupational exposures, the sun being a significant contributor, but also exposures to carcinogens can increase risks. These exposures cause a significant cost to both the employee and to the employer in lost time at work, possible loss of income and medical expenses.
Cost of skin cancer to individuals.
Skin cancer risk is higher for men than women and mortality is also higher in men. Melanoma is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia. Average age for melanoma incidence is 66.1yrs in women and 62.8yrs in men
The cost to your life.
Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. Approximately 2000 Aussies die from skin cancer each year.
The cost of having peace of mind.
Nothing gives you peace of mind like knowing you have had the best skin screening service you can get. If you have anything new of changing on your skin, new moles or spots. A spot or sore that is bleeding and not healing or going away. You may have a small pink scaley patch that persists. It might be that you have lots of moles or spots, or, you get lots of sun at work?
Come to Skin ChX for peace of mind.We will ensure that any concerns are thoroughly checked. It only takes a minute to book, we have made it easy for you to book online.