SKIN CANCER CHANNEL WITH DR GRANT COE
Dr Grant Coe
PASIFIKA IN THE PARK
MoleMan is a full service mole and skin cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment facility in Northcote Point. Their skin cancer doctors can map and identify skin cancers, including melanoma, on the spot, as well as provide any necessary surgery, treatment and follow-up care. Led by Dr. Grant Coe, the team at MoleMan aims to provide exceptional patient care, at an affordable price, in a warm, welcoming and friendly environment.
Melanoma March This month for ‘Melanoma March’ it’s a great opportunity to do a self-check and a check of your family’s skin at the same time. All Kiwis should check their entire body regularly, including skin not normally exposed to the sun. Ask for help from someone else to check difficult-to-see areas, such as your back, neck and scalp. If you notice a mole or skin lesion that looks out of place, or feels different from the others, see a doctor or skin specialist. What does a melanoma look like? • Melanomas can appear as a new spot; or an existing spot, freckle or mole that has changed in colour, shape or size • Sometimes melanomas may bleed or be itchy, and they may become raised • While many melanomas are multi-coloured, they can also be white or the same colour as your skin. How to detect melanoma – The ABCDE Rule Melanomas can often be detected using the ABCDE Rule, although not all melanoma lesions show these characteristics: • Asymmetry: two halves of the mole are different from one another • Border: the edges of the mole look ragged, blurred or are an irregular shape • Colour: the colour is uneven with shades of black, brown and tan. Melanomas can also be white, grey, red, pink or blue • Different: it looks different to other moles and lesions on your skin • Evolving: a mole that is changing
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Get a warrant of fitness for your skin by booking a full body mole check with a skin cancer doctor at MoleMan. Call our friendly team to arrange an appointment on 0800 DR MOLE (376653) or check out www.moleman.co.nz.
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Pasifika Party in the Park! Auckland’s Pasifika Festival celebrates its 25th birthday this month and it’s going to be very special. Western Springs Park will be transformed into 11 villages on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th, Photo Credit: Pixipic. bringing fun for all the family this March. Each village represents a different Pacific Island and has a distinctly different vibe. Tahiti and Tokelau are worth a visit to see their amazing handcrafts; follow your nose and you will discover Hawaii’s smokey BBQ delights; and if you are wondering what the noise is about, head along to the Aotearoa, Cook Island and Samoa villages - they are renowed for their amazing stage performances. There will be a special 25th birthday showcase on Saturday 25th at 4pm in the Samoan Village to celebrate 25 years and acknowledge all those who have contributed to the festival since its inception as a joint council and community initiative in 1992. Vocal group Resonate will be performing their famous ‘Moana Mash Up’, based on the latest Disney movie. Their rendition of it has resonated with viewers online, with the song having had over a million views on You Tube. There will also be performances by female contemporary dance group Ura Tabu, social media stars Resonate, cultural groups from Auckland Girls Grammar, St Peters College, De la Salle College, Kelston Girls College, Southern Cross Campus, McAuley High School, and international guest performers. On Sunday at 10am, there will be a 25th anniversary choral celebration at the Fijian Village from 10-11am. The iconic annual Pasifka event is renowned for its relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere and Western Springs Park is the ideal setting for this family friendly weekend, which offers something for everyone. And it’s sure to be busy so plan your trip online with the Auckland Transport journey planner at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry. Free street parking will be available around Western Springs, while Western Springs College and Pasadena School offer paid parking options. For a full map and programme go to aucklandnz. com/pasifika. Find us on Facebook and Instagram for regular updates. Proudly supported by AMI, Pasifika Festival is being delivered by Orange Productions on behalf of Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED).