April 6, 2023
SCARD: 16 years on
It was Easter in 2007 when SCARD started seeing significant use, and with the impending arrival of a particular bunny, the primary email chain had a subject line of “Rabbit Stew.” Since its introduction in 2007, SCARD has become one of the largest databases for skin cancer treatment and research in Australia & New Zealand. […]
March 27, 2023
Save the date – Why we use ISO 8601
In the world of databases, dates are crucial pieces of information that are used for a variety of purposes. They are used to record events, track time-sensitive data, and organise information in chronological order. However, using different date formats and standards can lead to inconsistencies, confusion, and errors. That’s why it’s important to use standardized dates for databases, such as ISO 8601. […]
February 28, 2023
Change of analytics platform
SCARD Systems has removed Google Analytics from this website and the SCARD Surgical Audit. Google Analytics collects website traffic and user behavior data, including their location, interests, and browsing history. While this data can be useful for developers to improve their content and user experience, it can also widen the digital footprint for visitors and increase the information that can be tracked and shared across multiple websites. […]
April 19, 2022
Characteristics, treatment and outcomes of 589 melanoma patients documented by 27 general practitioners on the Skin Cancer Audit Research Database
General practitioners manage more melanomas than dermatologists or surgeons in Australia. Previously undescribed, the management and outcomes of melanoma patients treated by multiple Australasian general practitioners are examined. […]
August 24, 2021
Characteristics of 637 melanomas documented by 27 general practitioners on the Skin Cancer Audit Research Database
Most melanomas (including melanomas in situ), in Australasia, are treated by general practitioners (GPs). Previously undescribed, the characteristics of a series of melanomas treated by multiple GPs are examined. […]
May 29, 2021
A message from Professor Rosendahl
Dear Health Professional, The link provided below is for health professionals who manage skin cancer, including melanoma, and it provides access to a new free resource from the UQ Skin Cancer Program. If you wish [...]
November 30, 2019
The 2017-2019 triennium is at an end
Don’t miss out on your CPD Points earned via SCARD Did you know that by using SCARD, you may be eligible for CPD Recognition? […]
August 24, 2019
Dermatoscopy and Skin Cancer: A handbook for hunters of skin cancer and melanoma
Dermatoscopy and Skin Cancer: A handbook for hunters of skin cancer and melanoma This new textbook provides an invaluable resource for new and improving students of dermoscopy both to read and reference. It offers a methodical and comprehensive guide to understanding dermoscopy and using it to assess skin lesions. […]
May 6, 2019
Dermatoscopy: Pattern analysis of pigmented and non-pigmented lesions
Dermatoscopy: Pattern analysis of pigmented and non-pigmented lesions Dermatoscopy has undoubtedly advanced diagnostic accuracy of pigmented and non-pigmented skin lesions. Pattern analysis is the most powerful of current methods for dermatoscopic diagnosis, but it does present significant challenges to the learning dermatoscopist. […]
December 20, 2018
1 Million Specimens in SCARD
Many people are looking forward to the holiday period however users of SCARD have certainly earned a rest. On the 11th of December 2018, the SCARD Pool reached through the 1 million specimen mark. […]
March 30, 2018
What is the patient_uid?
Constructing a statistical linkage key for validating patients across the globe. […]
Privacy and security in SCARD
As one of the first platforms to store medical records online, SCARD is committed to the privacy and security of your data. […]