Start your 2024 with a Skin Screening

Start your 2024 with a Skin Screening

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Most likely, you’ve probably started off the New Year with a long to-do list. Whether that included a list of skincare resolutions or you simply wanted to focus more time on your overall health, a strong to-do list can help you get on the right track toward a happier, healthier life.

As you organize your calendar this year, we encourage you to take a moment to pencil in a check-in with your dermatologist — and here’s why:

Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is statistically one of the most common forms of cancer in the world. Chances are, you or someone you know, has dealt with some form of skin cancer at some point in your life.

Fortunately, skin cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer and is highly treatable. The key is early detection.

According to consensus dermatology studies, the average survival rate for individuals whose melanoma is detected and treated before it spreads to the lymph nodes is 98 percent. 98 percent! That’s an extremely comforting statistic.

The only issue is that a lot of times, individuals don’t take the time to schedule an annual skin cancer screening or they simply aren’t aware of what to look for.

Things to do for your Skin

One of the best things you can do for your skin — and yourself — is to schedule regular, annual skin cancer screenings. 

At the very least, you should be keeping an eye out for any skin abnormalities that may appear on your body. Keep your ABCDE’s in mind and if you have any questions about a particular skin abnormality, consult with our dermatologist immediately.

The sooner you can detect and treat skin cancer, the better.

We at Shinagawa Aesthetics encourage you to schedule an appointment with one of our board-certified dermatologists today. After all, it could end up saving your life.

Call our Patient Care Lines: (+632) 7-368 5238 l (+63) 917 862 7454 l (+63) 921 217 0517 for inquiries, questions, and appointments or talk to our consultants via LiveChat at https://shinagawa.ph so we can address and answer them for you.

Achieving your Eye Goals for 2024

Achieving your Eye Goals for 2024

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Leap into 2024 with a healthy mindset!

The New Year is a time to start fresh and renew our commitment to health, happiness, and success. It’s important to include eye health and safety in these resolutions.

Take a look at some ways and tips that can help you take care of your eyes better this year.

Schedule an eye exam

A comprehensive eye exam will ensure that your vision is at its best, and we will also screen for any eye disease or issues with your eye health. Early detection is essential for the treatment and preservation of eyesight.

Know your eye health risk factors

Knowing who is at risk and catching the signs early are essential to preventing common vision-threatening diseases such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. Knowing your family history, race, gender, and lifestyle and how those factors can contribute to eye diseases can help your eye doctor keep a close eye on any signs of eye disease before it is too late.

Protect your eyes from the sun

Harmful UV and HEV (high-energy visible) radiation from the sun, and potentially from computer screens and digital devices, have been linked to severe eye conditions, including macular degeneration, cataracts, and non-cancerous and cancerous growths in the eye and eyelids. Wear sunglasses that are 100% protective of these harmful rays outdoors. Indoor clear lens coatings are now available to protect from HEV light.

Add eye-healthy foods to your regular diet

Foods rich in vitamins and antioxidants play an essential role in the health of your eyes. Research shows that a proper diet can reduce the risk of macular degeneration, cataracts, glaucoma, and other eye problems. Include foods to your plate that are rich in beta carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin (such as spinach, kale, red/orange peppers, carrots, sweet potatoes, and butternut squash), bioflavonoids (such as tea, red wine, citric fruits, blueberries, cherries, legumes, soy products), Omega-3 Fatty Acids (cold-water fish, ground flaxseeds, walnuts) and fruits, vegetables and other foods rich in vitamins A, C and D. Zinc is also linked to eye health and found in foods such as oysters, beef and dark meat.

First things first for 2024, schedule an eye check and set your vision for the year ahead!

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