Julia Morris has taken to her Instagram with a warning about sun safety after a health scare.
The comedian and television host revealed that she had “another pretty big skin cancer removed this week” and used the opportunity to encourage others to take sun safety seriously.
“How is your 50+ [sunscreen] working out for you? I wish I had used it more in my life,” she wrote in the Instagram caption before revealing she had undergone a skin cancer removal.
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The post included a photo of Morris fresh out of the procedure, laying in a hospital bed with a bandage wrapped around her head as she smiles for the camera.
“Going to have to up my eyebrow drawing game,” she joked.
But jokes aside, Morris had a stern warning about the skin cancer risks associated with sun exposure.
“The Aussie sun is no joke and while I lived like a pig on a spit in my 20s, I’m absolutely suffering the consequences now,” she wrote.
“Please slip slop slap and as always, early detection is the key.”
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She continued to share her gratitude for the care and support from her medical team.
“Big love to Dr Sheridan and the glorious team at Phoenix Dermatology and the Avenue Hospital for all the TLC this week.”
Thousands reacted to the Aussie star’s post with many of her friends and colleagues sharing their well wishes in the comment section.
”Sending a giant hug from all of us,” wrote Bindi Irwin.
“Good on you for sending out the message! Get better quick love,” wrote Brittany Hockley.
Dr Chris Brown chimed in writing “I hope you’re doing OK. Plus, you rock a headband. I’m sure it’s fashion somewhere…”
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According to Australia’s Cancer Council, “skin cancers account for around 80 per cent of all newly diagnosed cancers”, the majority of which are caused by exposure to the sun.
Meanwhile, “the incidence of skin cancer” in Australia “is one of the highest in the world, two to three times the rates in Canada, the US and the UK”.
The Cancer Council advises sun protection as the best form of prevention including “SPF50 or SPF50+, broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen” and protective clothing.
It is also important to raise any skin concerns with your GP.
The information in this article should not be construed as medical advice. Please always consult your doctor or other medical professional for advice specific to you.
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