Utilizing hairdressers for early detection of head and neck melanoma: An untapped resource

This commentary raises an important issue that has not been sincerely considered in the field of dermatology, which is the vital role of hairdressers–a group that makes daily observations of the general populations’ scalp and neck–in the detection of head and neck melanomas in the general population...

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Published in:Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology 2012-04, Vol.66 (4), p.687-688
Main Authors: Roosta, Neda, BA, Wong, Michael K., MD, PhD, Woodley, David T., MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
dermatologist referral
Dermatology
early detection
Early Detection of Cancer - methods
hairdresser
head and neck melanoma
Head and Neck Neoplasms - diagnosis
Humans
improved prognosis
Melanoma - diagnosis
Occupations
Referral and Consultation
Skin Neoplasms - diagnosis
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Summary:This commentary raises an important issue that has not been sincerely considered in the field of dermatology, which is the vital role of hairdressers–a group that makes daily observations of the general populations’ scalp and neck–in the detection of head and neck melanomas in the general population. We note several key areas of research that are needed to assess the feasibility of using hairdressers as a resource for melanoma detection and referral. If research suggests hairdressers can be trained and are willing to make appropriate referrals then implementing these efforts will likely reduce the increasing disease burden of head and neck melanomas.
ISSN:0190-9622
1097-6787
DOI:10.1016/j.jaad.2011.09.010