MASScot’s education project has allowed us to talk to 17,000 children about #SunSafety. As we’ve seen over the past few months, these sun savvy kids are also talented artists, and we love sharing their colourful creations with you.  Today we want to say thanks to Ingrid and Julia from Bearsden Academy for laying out this important message. UV Rays are dangerous for one thing – for another, they don’t make you any prettier in the long run! Let’s ditch the sunbeds and get a #FakeBake for the weekend.  Thanks again girls!   ..read more

MASScot’s education project has allowed us to talk to 17,000 children about #SunSafety! Hope you don’t mind us adding a bit of extra colour to today’s already perfect #DrawingOfTheWeek from Fetterangus Primary ..read more

MASScot have reached 17,000 children all over Scotland with Sun Safety Education.  We want to make a real difference in the rates of skin cancer by helping kids grow up with the know-how to protect their skin from harmful rays. This week, for our featured drawing, we have an dazzling team effort from Bearsden Academy.  So many important facts and some impeccable drawing here, too.  We especially love the glitter and the little faces on the suns.  You guys did an amazing job – thank you for being cool ..read more

Here’s how Skin Cancer can look:    Here’s another example of Skin Cancer: Here’s a different example of Skin Cancer: “BCC is a non-melanoma skin cancer, and is the most common type (greater than 80%) of all skin cancer in the UK.” Notice any sores or scars like this on your own, your partners, your friends or family’s skin? Say something.  Give them a push in the right direction or book a GP appointment. Your words could make all the difference. “Basal Cell Carcinomas can be cured in almost every case, although treatment becomes complicated if they have been neglected f ..read more

Let’s talk about behaviour.  An extremely large number of people who know the realities of Melanoma are readily and regularly performing skin checks and visiting their doctors.  Many, however, do not expect skin cancer to affect them at all. MASScot wants to encourage a pro-active approach to potential Skin Cancers, as early diagnosis is absolutely key to survival. We can learn a lot from people’s initial reactions to the skin abnormalities which turned out to be Skin Cancers – if we notice this behaviour in ourselves, maybe we will think twice.  Confronting Skin Cancer is ..read more

The short stories featured and quoted here are very emotional, we would not encourage you to read them if you think reading about loss may take you to a bad place. Here at MASScot we are passionate about patient experience.  We have participated in research to potentially better meet the requirements of Melanoma patients. We also recommend Patient Opinion as a way to have your voice heard regarding healthcare. We also encourage creativity as a way to pass the time and also relieve stress, as well as share your story in a helpful and productive way. ‘Pulse:Voices from the Heart o ..read more

MASScot have taught sun safety to 17,000 children across Scotland.  This little guy, drawn by Zain, has so much personality he could be the MASScot Mascot! What a cool piece of #SunSmartArt. #SLIPSLAPSLOPSLIDESLURP ..read more

During this weekend’s event, we had some interesting conversations with members about changing attitudes to tanning beds since the 1970’s.  We talked about how it’s important to understand the risks haven’t always been as apparent as they were.  However, some still use sunbeds as part of their routine –  so widespread education is still essential. Here we are at Tesco St. Rollox, bringing the public’s attention to the statistical link between sunbed use and skin cancer.   We take our efforts to change attitudes and legislation regarding sunbeds extremely seriously. &nb ..read more

How lovely yellow is! It stands for the sun. -Vincent Van Gogh MASScot have reached 17,000 children all over Scotland with lessons in sun safety.  We love this drawing from one clever pupil at Fetterangus primary! Thanks for your shining example of how to stay safe and have fun in the sun.  You are fantastic! #SSSSSS ..read more

We’re excited to announce that MASScotSHWOP will mark the beginning of an exciting visual merchandising programme with local creatives.  We will be showcasing curated window displays by fabulous artists and crafters in our window, beginning November 14th.  To start us off, here are some stylish, sophisticated accessories to show your love of all things Scottish. Previously Yana K Crafts, The Green Deer is an Edinburgh based maker specialising in producing handmade accessories in a fabulous and high quality tweed and tartan.  Yana Kolmogorova‘s funky and funct ..read more