…protect our children’s skin, research shows that UV radiation from the sun can damage skin cells and increase the risk of skin cancer at any age.” Ms Clift said unprotected exposure to UV radiation in later life could trigger already…
…dust without proper protection in place, which is a very real concern.” Ms McMillan warned workers and their employers to take the risk of silica dust seriously. “Those most at risk from silica dust inhalation are construction workers, miners, farmers…
Cancer Council is concerned that Queenslanders may be placing themselves at serious risk of skin damage by seeking additional sun exposure to boost vitamin D levels during winter. Despite common concerns about Queenslanders not getting enough sunshine during colder months,…
…possible reasons for this disparity, which urgently needs to be addressed,” Ms Clift said. “While researchers found no significant difference in urban areas, the findings suggest remoteness is a major factor, whereby Indigenous children in outer regional, remote or very…
Cancer Council has warned Queenslanders not to use e-cigarettes, with new data showing a significant increase in poisoning cases in Queensland, especially in young children. The Queensland Poisons Information Centre recorded a significant increase in poisoning cases related to e-cigarettes…
…CCQ research shows Queensland women living in outer regional or socioeconomically disadvantaged areas were more likely to be diagnosed with advanced breast cancer than other women. The risk of being diagnosed with advanced colon cancer was also higher in more…
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…University and University of Queensland study investigated the impact of a range of factors on short-term mortality outcomes for men diagnosed with prostate cancer in Queensland. The research found a consistently higher risk of mortality for men diagnosed with prostate…
Inadequate shade structures at pools, playgrounds and parks may be putting Queensland kids at increased risk of skin cancer, according to new national research. Cancer Council Queensland has called on State and local governments to ensure all outdoor recreational areas…