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Scientists Detect World's 'Smallest Skin Cancer' Under Woman's Eye

Barely visible to the human eye, the cancer was discovered using high-tech non-invasive technology.

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The world’s smallest skin cancer, measuring only 0.65 millimetres or 0.025 inches, was discovered by a team of dermatologists at the Oregon Health and Science University (OSHU).

Barely visible to the human eye, the tiny red spot under Christy Staats’ eye was discovered using high-tech non-invasive technology. 
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