Former Xpose presenter Peter O'Riordan has shared some words of warning after having a "melanoma" health scare.
The TV star was on the entertainment programme from 2014 to 2016 before moving to Maui, Hawaii.
He shared a photo to Instagram to share that he wants people to be sun safe.
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Sharing a snap shot of a row of stitches, the former presenter took a moment to remind people to wear their sunscreen and look after their skin in the sun.
"'Get checked regularly, wear sunscreen," he wrote in the caption.
"'PSA: You are not stronger than the sun. Melanoma NO BUENO."
Followers offered words of support in the comments section, and shared their own sun safety warnings.
"Maui sun doesn't joke around with us Irish folk," one said.
Another added: "Had one removed myself bud, very very lucky."
The star initially moved to Hawaii with his ex-wife Stephanie Evans with whom he has two sons, Romeo and Oliver.
He is now expecting his third child with partner Jo Jo Tonzillo.
The HSE reports that there are two main types of skin cancer - melanoma skin cancer and non-melanoma skin cancer.
Melanoma skin cancer is much less common than non-melanoma skin cancer, but it has become more common in Ireland in recent years. About 1,100 people are diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer each year.
The most common sign of melanoma is a new mole or a change in an existing mole. A mole may change shape, size or colour. It may stand out among other moles.
The majority of melanomas are new moles.
Most melanomas are caused by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun or a sunbed.
Certain things can increase your chances of developing melanoma, such as having:
- lots of moles or freckles
- pale white skin that burns easily and never tans
- red or blonde hair
- a close family member who has had melanoma
The main treatment for melanoma is an operation to remove it.
You can reduce your chances of developing it by avoiding getting sunburnt.
You can help protect yourself from the sun by:
- covering up with a hat, clothing and sunglasses
- staying in the shade, especially between 11am and 3pm
- putting sunscreen on any skin that is not covered
Do not use sunbeds, sunlamps or sunbathe.
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