A simple haircut may have saved the life of one of Queensland's top politicians. 9News
Health Minister Yvette D'Ath was getting her hair done a month ago when her hairdresser noticed a discoloured lump on her scalp.READ MORE:
Health Minister Yvette D'Ath was getting her hair done a month ago when her hairdresser noticed a discoloured lump on her scalp.D'Ath said when she had a look "it certainly had all the signs of being something that was concerning".The health minister underwent surgery this week, which left a large cut with dozens of staples and stitches.While many book in for regular skin checks, one place that is missed is your scalp.
Queensland has the unwelcome title of melanoma capital of the world, with more than 4000 residents diagnosed with the deadly skin cancer each year. James Farrell from the Cancer Council of Queensland said more than 90 per cent of melanoma "are preventable if people engage in sun safe behaviour"."To Tahnee, thank you so much," she said.
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