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Skin exam
Canadian Cancer SocietySkins exams help detect signs of skin issues and cancer. They are usually done yearly or more often if you are at higher risk for skin cancer. Learn the ABCDE rule or the seven point checklist that doctors use to recognize the differences between normal moles and melanoma.
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Understanding deterrents and barriers to supporting African American/black and other people of colour aging in the LGBTQ/SGL community and finding solutions
National Resource Center on LGBT AgingAfrican Americans feel close within their own community but LGBTQ/SGL elders risk ageism, racism and homophobia. People are unaware of social and political patterns that exclude people of colour. Tips included in resource on how to increase inclusion in services.
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