On 12 and 13 May, reserve some time: not for a walk in the sun, but for the most important walk: that from the dermatologist to Novi Trg, where they will make you visit for free to check the presence of skin growths.
Mark La Roche-Posay Also this spring returns protagonist with one of the most important projects in the dermocosmetic world: free estimates check-ups. skin growths As part of the initiative #Salva your skin. And if you think it is only a marketing stunt, let us immediately convince you of the contrary.
Why should you worry about a small skin growth?
Simply: because it is Skin cancer is one of the most dangerous forms of cancer, but also one of the most curable. – If we find out early enough, of course. Experts say that the possibilities of recovery are a lot 99 percentIf we act promptly. And no, this is not a number invented by an optimistic pr.
For the fourth consecutive year, the #saveyurskin project combines science, common sense and sun protection, with the aim of raising public awareness on the dangers of excessive exposure to the sun and the importance of regular checks. Over 2,500 inspections have been carried out in the last three yearsof which there are 89 marked as suspicions – which means that these 89 people could write very different life stories today.
Melanoma: a danger from enviable visibility
Assist. Daughter. Nebojsa Djurisic. Miele.specialist in dermatovenerology from European Center of Dermatovenerology of Capodistriawarns: “The number of cases of melanoma in Slovenia is constantly increasing. About 600 new people are diagnosed every year with this disease, but what worries us most is the fact that many still turn to the doctor (too) late.”
Too late, because we said to each other: “Ah, I have this sign since I was a child, it’s not a big problem.” And so we lose the train of the second half. So let the sun warm you only from the outside, but do not burn your conscience.
UV radiation: the invisible enemy of sunglasses
Excessive exposure to UV rays (yes, even in tanning beds!) The main guilty of skin cancer. Even a single serious sun burn during childhood doubles the risk. Chiara complexion, numerous in the sun exposure without protection: all this creates the perfect cocktail for a visit from the dermatologist. And no, this is not the usual cocktail with an umbrella.
Dermatologists therefore recommend: high factor sunscreen (no, the SPF 10 does not count), hats, shadow and – oh, surprise – Avoid the sun between 10:00 and 16:00.. Yes, just when we love picnics and trips to the sea.
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Free and without excuses
12 and 13 MayBetween 9:00 e 20:00a village in the center Ljubljana on the new square Experts are waiting to examine your symptoms – free and without prior registration. This means that you will not have to look for an appointment on the web in three months and you will not have to invent excuses. Just contact us.
An initiative that saves more than the skin alone
Mark La Roche-Posaythat the dermatologists of 31 countries place on the throne of the dermocosmesis (source: Research APLUSA, 2024), has been building a culture of responsible attitude towards the skin for years. The #saveyourskin initiative goes beyond Slovenia – is also implemented in Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia and Bulgaria – and shows that it is a serious commitment for Prevention, education and concrete actions.
General manager Magdalena Stoytcheva underlines that to date, more than 10,000 free reviews. They are about the same number of selfies that can be triggered on a single summer day on the beach, with much more beneficial effects in the long term.
So, are you ready to save the skin?
Come and check, invite a friend or grandmother, protect yourself from the sun and – as the 21st century wisdom says – Take a selfie without filters, but with healthy skin.
📍 When and where?
🗓 12 and 13 May 2025
📍 Piazza Nuova, Ljubljana
🕘 from 9:00 to 20:00
💸 free, without registration, without excuses
