Skin Cancer Checks Returning to Proserpine in March

Residents across Proserpine and the wider Whitsundays will have easier access to vital skin cancer checks next month, with visiting skin cancer doctors returning to the region for a two-day clinic in March.

The Skin Cancer Doctor will be offering comprehensive skin checks and treatments at the Proserpine Community Centre on Tuesday 3 March and Wednesday 4 March, with appointments taking just 15 minutes and no GP referral required.

Queensland’s year-round high UV levels mean residents face some of the highest skin cancer risks in the world, making regular skin checks an important part of preventative health care.

Skin cancer is often curable when detected early, but many people struggle to notice subtle changes—particularly in hard-to-see areas such as the scalp, back, feet or between toes. Medical professionals recommend regular checks to identify new or changing moles, freckles or lesions before they become serious.

The visiting clinic provides a start-to-finish diagnostic and treatment service, delivered by a network of experienced skin cancer physicians who travel to regional and rural communities.

Appointments are privately billed, with a full skin cancer check costing $160, and a Medicare rebate of $43.90 available. Bulk billing is available for DVA Gold Card holders and cryotherapy treatments. Additional costs may apply for some treatments, with patients encouraged to speak to the clinic team for further details.

Bookings are essential and can be made online or by phone.

Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the visiting service and book a check, particularly given Queensland’s high skin cancer rates and the importance of early detection.

If appointments are fully booked, patients can join a notification list to be alerted if new times become available.

What: Skin cancer checks
When: Tuesday 3 & Wednesday 4 March
Where: Proserpine Community Centre
More Information: https://t.ly/proserpine or phone 1300 754 637

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