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At the new Tauranga Specialist Centre premises, we have invested in sustainable energy. An extensive array of solar panels has been installed to generate most of the energy requirements of the clinic. It also allows us to function off grid if necessary, with a specially designed solar powered emergency back up supply.
We have also gone one step further and installed an electric car charger so you can power up for free when you attend the clinic!
In early 2017 SKIN moved across the road from the Da Vinci Clinic to new larger premises at The Tauranga Specialist Centre 752 Cameron Rd. We look forward to seeing you soon at our new purpose built facilities, just a block down from the hospital towards town.
World leading Melanoma genetics expert Boris Bastian presented the latest research at the American Academy of Dermatology meeting in Orlando, Florida. There is increasing evidence to support the stepwise progression of benign moles to Melanoma through identifiable transitional steps. The future is to categorise melanomas genetically into groups to allow more accurate prognostic predictions.
Dr Tallon presented information about his latest research into histologic diagnostic features in psoriasis.
Dr Tallon has recently been given the honour of writing for the latest 4th edition of the WHO classification of skin cancers. He is to join a select group of international experts who work to compile the text which is widely used around the world as a reference text.
Nicotinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 which is naturally present in small quantities in yeast, lean meats, fish, nuts and legumes. It is also often added to cereals and other foods.
The broad clinical effects of nicotinamide may be explained by its role as:
a cellular energy precursor
a modulator of inflammatory cytokines
an inhibitor of the nuclear enzyme poly(adenosine diphosphate-ribose [ADP]) polymerase [PARP], which plays a significant role in DNA repair, maintenance of genomic stability, and cellular response to injury including inflammation and apoptosis (cell death).
In the study, benefits were gained when individuals were treated with 500g twice daily. No significant side effects were noted. It is important that Nicotinamide is not replaced with Niacin, another form of Vitamin B3, as this tends to cause flushing.
Nicotinamide is available as a supplement which comes in 500mg tablets.
Ask one of the team at SKIN if you have further questions about Nicotinamide and its prevention of skin cancer.
Dr Ben Tallon is convening the Australasian Dermatopathology Society Meeting being held in Auckland's Hilton hotel this weekend. International world leading specialists in dermatopathology have gathered to share their expertise in melanoma and a range of skin disorders.
Great news that the Health Amendment Bill passed its third reading. This means sunbeds are restricted to those over the age of 18. There is a clear link between melanoma and sunbed use, so this bill will prevent unnecessary UV exposure in our youth, and prevent development of melanoma and skin cancers.
Read more here
https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/health-protection-bill-passes-third-reading#.V3mqAIs0VSg.twitterg
Dr Tallon has just finished presenting at the American Society for MOHs Surgery meeting in California. The meeting included presentations from the melanoma and dermoscopy experts Dr Riegel and Dr Marghoob. Data was presented on a new 31 gene profiling Castle non invasive test for melanomas which can provide information to predict the melanoma's behaviour.
The most common site for melanoma is on the back. This is a difficult area to protect and examine. Here at SKIN Dermatology we've got your back, so book your skin check with an expert Dermatologist today.
With the announcement of additional funding for Pharmac, Opdivo will be considered for funding in competition to Pembrolizumab. With additional funding available and now an alternative treatment option, there is hope Pharmac will come to an agreement over funding one of these effective melanoma drugs.
