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The global incidence of skin cancers has been gradually rising over the years.

The global incidence of skin cancers has been gradually rising over the years.

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Tay Liang Kiat

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SINGAPORE – Mole mapping has been buzzed about in recent years, with increased awareness among the public for regular skin checks and skin cancer surveillance.

But it is only part of the arsenal of tools people have in the fight against cancer, which includes self-examination and diagnostic tools enhanced with artificial intelligence (AI).

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