'Wake-up call': Research reveals Queensland's skin cancer burden
New research from QIMR Berghofer reveals Queensland residents undergo approximately 1.5 million skin cancer procedures annually. The study tracked over 40,000 participants, finding that 71 percent utilized skin cancer services, contributing to significant healthcare costs. Experts are calling for enhanced prevention campaigns to mitigate these rising treatment expenses and health risks.
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Published 30 Jun 2026, 20:21 UTC · Updated 30 Jun 2026, 20:30 UTC
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