Healthcare trust provider Healix has launched a digital service in partnership with Circle Integrated Care, part of private hospital provider Circle Health Group, to give workers fast access to dermatological assessments and referrals.
Employees of Healix’s member companies can now access the service via their helpline or through their Healix member zone.
Users can submit a photograph of their skin lesion or mole which will then be reviewed by a dermatology expert.
Should a patient require a follow up, a face-to-face consultation for a biopsy or further treatment can then be booked with ease.
Healix said the service has been launched amid a rise in waiting times for dermatology appointments across the UK.
Ian Talbot, CEO of Healix Health, (pictured), said: “It’s vital that employees have fast access to consultations at a time when pressure on health services persists.
“Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK, with incidences of malignant melanoma rising faster than any other common cancer.
“We also know that early detection can save lives, so giving people the ability to alert healthcare specialists to skin concerns from the comfort of their own home is vital.
“With employees placing increasing importance on quick access to healthcare and even actively choosing employers based on the benefits they offer, it’s important that workplaces are stepping up to offer a wide range of services to cater for all circumstances.”
Amanda Phillips, executive director of Circle Integrated Care, added: “Access to fast and effective care is key to achieving the best outcomes for members.
“Giving members the ability to communicate directly with leading skins specialists at a time and place that is convenient to them is vital in the fight against cancer.
“Moreover, it eliminates the stress and anxiety associated with waiting for answers.
“We are confident that the service will give workers across the country the confidence and assurance they need to make informed decisions about their health.”