Jason Chambers, the charter captain and Bravo reality star from Below Deck Down Under, is sharing a crucial health update. He recently underwent a biopsy from his abdomen and is now waiting anxiously for the results. In this article, we'll delve into his journey and the importance of early detection.

"Jason Chambers' Battle with Melanoma - Early Detection is Key"

Diagnosis and Initial Thoughts

Jason Chambers, at the age of 52, has always been in the sun - whether as a child playing sports or working on the ocean. He believed himself to be resistant to the sun's damaging effects. However, a recent biopsy from his abdomen changed his perspective. "For someone that spent their life in the sun, as a child playing sport to working on the ocean, I thought I was resistant to the damaging effects of the sun," he captioned a video posted on Instagram on Monday, Dec. 16. He loves the sun and its health benefits but emphasizes the importance of balance. With a diagnosed melanoma biopsy, he now faces an anxious wait. What he thought was a simple skin spot turned out to be something more serious in just 6 months. Early detection truly is the key.

Chambers informed his followers that he is in Australia after being tested in Bali for melanoma, a type of skin cancer. The Australian doctors, known for their excellence, were not satisfied with the initial indications and recommended moving to stage two, which involves cutting out a larger section and testing the glands.

He held up his hands where the biopsy was conducted on his left side, showing the seriousness of the situation. Currently, he is waiting for the specimen that was tested in Bali to arrive in Australia. Due to the holidays, it may not reach until after Christmas.

Australia's Heatwave and Sunscreen Awareness

Australia is currently in a season expecting a heatwave, and this poses an additional concern. Chambers, a TV personality, confessed that until now, he never took sunscreen seriously. "I never used to wear sunscreen when I was on the boat. I used to put zinc on my nose, the reason being the chemicals," he said. But now, he realizes the importance of sunscreen and that there are many chemical-free products available.

He encourages viewers to make sure they throw on some sunscreen, find some shade, and cover themselves up to enjoy their day in the sun. Melanoma is a significant issue in Australia, with two out of three people suffering from it.

Despite the bad news, Chambers is not letting it get in the way of his active life. He continues to live life to the fullest and hopes that his story will serve as a reminder to others about the importance of sun protection.