How to avoid it and when to show your moles to your GP
It’s the holiday season and British people will be exposing their skin – and their moles - to the sun in droves. But sunburn is a major trigger for malignant melanoma, a form of skin cancer which is affecting an increasing number of men and women. And people with moles need to be extra careful.
Jenni is joined by consultant dermatologist Dr Julia Newton-Bishop to discuss the best ways of protecting our skin and how we know when it's time to show our moles to a GP.
More information from the BBC Actionline: 0800 044 044
Wessex Cancer Trust Marc's Line: 01722 415071 will provide information about the prevention and treatment of melanoma or skin cancer
Photograph shows a mole which has changed in size, shape and colour - the early warning signs of malignant melanoma
