“Below Deck Down Under” star Jason Chambers has been identified with melanoma.
The 52-year-old actuality star publicly revealed his well being information in an Instagram video on Monday.
“Update on the biopsy I had. It came back with melanoma,” Chambers defined within the video. “I’m in Australia. That was done in Bali. The Australian doctors, which are fantastic in Australia, they weren’t happy with what the indications told them to go to the stage two which would be to cut out a bigger section and test the glands.”
Chambers stated he’s ready for his check outcomes from Bali, however they could not arrive till after Christmas.
“Look Australia, two out of three people suffer from melanoma. It’s a big thing,” he famous. “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. But there’s so many products out there that are chemical-free now, which is great.”
“So, make sure you throw on some sunscreen, get some shade and cover yourself up and enjoy your day out in the sun,” Chambers added.
In his caption, the Bravo star reiterated the hazard of not defending your self from the solar.
“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 wrote. “I love the sun and its health benefits are evident, but be wise and like everything in life, it’s all about balance, choose your battles.”
Chambers continued, “With a diagnosed melanoma biopsy, I now have an anxious wait and what I thought was a skin spot turned in just 6 months, early detection is the key.”
“So find a chemical free sunscreen product, get some shade with a hat and enjoy the sun with protection,” he concluded his put up.
Chambers acquired help from followers after revealing his analysis.
“Praying for you @captainjchambers hope your results come back negative,” one fan wrote within the feedback part.
“Take care of yourself! I’m glad you found it and it’s getting taken care of,” one other fan stated.
A 3rd individual wrote, “Oh dear Captain Jason I’m so sorry to hear of your melanoma diagnosis. You are definitely in my thoughts. Sending all positive vibes for a full recovery.”
“OMG this is what I don’t want to hear. You are so loved,” stated a special fan.
Chambers joined the forged of the “Below Deck” spinoff collection when it premiered in 2022. The present follows the lives of crew members who work and stay on a 150-foot-plus superyacht throughout a six-week constitution season in Australia.
