AS the weather heats up, medical professionals are encouraging people to take care of their skin and use appropriate protection.
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Melanoma early detection screening a first for regional NSW
The Mid North Coast is the first regional centre in NSW to have its own 3D melanoma imaging and diagnostics machine as part of an initiative to build research capacity and improve early detection of melanoma.