Spot skin cancer early

Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK and the number of people who develop it is increasing. Over 2,600 people die from skin cancer each year in the UK. The good news is that if the signs and symptoms of skin cancer are  spotted early it's easier to treat and the chances of survival are higher.

Jill's story

Jill from Plymouth was diagnosed with malignant melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer, in 2003. She went to her doctor when a mole on the back of her upper arm started weeping.

Whenever you notice  skin changes your local GP surgery should be your first port of call. Most changes are not caused by cancer but do need to be checked out by a  doctor.

Watch Jill's video, hear her story and learn why spotting skin cancer early is important

View a  transcript of Jill's film