Overview

• Ramsay, 58, said clinicians at The Skin Associates removed a basal cell carcinoma from his jawline and neck.
• He posted Instagram photos over the holiday weekend showing a bandage and a line of stitches from his earlobe down his neck.
• He thanked the care team and joked it was not a facelift as he urged followers to use sunscreen.
• Medical coverage explains that basal cell carcinoma commonly appears on sun‑exposed areas and is often cured by surgical excision, with experts advising shade, protective clothing, and regular sunscreen.
• Reports cite global data showing skin cancer’s high incidence and note his disclosure alongside other celebrity messages as dermatologists counter misinformation that minimizes sunscreen’s value.