New skin cancer support group established

Saturday, 22 April 2023 07:32

A new group to support those who have, or previously had skin cancer on Island has been set up.

The Isle of Man Skin Cancer Patient Forum has been established by Manx Care's Skin Cancer Team, following feedback from patients.

It'll be led by Professor Partha Vaiude, Consultant Plastic Surgeon and Clinical Director for Cancer Services and Diagnostics.

The first meeting will take place on Monday (April 24) at Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital between 4pm and 7pm.

Anyone wanting to attend, is asked to email their RSVP to skincancersupport@gov.im.

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