…or online via cancer.org.au/SunSmartApp. Sunburn and the majority of skin cancers are preventable through taking care in the sun, so follow these five tips and take sun safety seriously this summer. More information about Cancer Council Queensland and staying SunSmart…
…with colorectal cancer, prostate cancer, non-Hodgkin lymphoma or lymphoid leukaemia, the risk of being diagnosed with a subsequent Merkel cell carcinoma was also increased. “One theory is that the association between this deadly skin cancer, melanoma and lip cancers is…
…children have access to items that assist SunSmart behavior and reduce skin cancer risk. “We also need to work hard to instill SunSmart behaviours in Queensland children to reduce their long-term risk of skin cancer.” This month, Cancer Council Queensland…
New data shows skin cancer and sunburn are one of the top 10 reasons Australians visit their GP every year, prompting an urgent sun safety warning from Cancer Council. The data* shows consultations for skin cancer and sunburn were the…
…More information about Cancer Council Queensland is available at www.cancerqld.org.au or Cancer Council Helpline 13 11 20. For more information or interviews, please contact: Katie Clift, Executive Manager, Media and Spokesperson, Cancer Council Queensland Ph: (07) 3634 5372 or 0409…
…with melanoma and more than 360,000 non-melanoma skin cancers removed annually. “Almost all skin cancers, including melanoma, are caused by over-exposure to UV radiation from the sun, meaning skin cancer is almost entirely preventable,” Ms McMillan said. “We’re calling on…
…we’re doing all we can to protect our skin,” Ms Clift said. “Queensland has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world – around 3600 melanoma and 324,000 non-melanoma skin cancers are diagnosed across the state each year. “Sun…
…skin and it’s the main cause of skin cancer and skin damage. Sunscreen providing broad-spectrum protection will filter out both types of radiation, providing your skin with more comprehensive protection. Seven, you need more sunscreen than you think. To make…
…sunglasses. A combination of these measures, along with getting to know your skin and regularly checking for any changes, are the keys to reducing your skin cancer risk. To download the National Skin Cancer Action Week 2017 resources, visit: www.cancer.org.au/skinweek…
…estimated that over 350,000 non-melanoma skin cancers are treated. More information about Cancer Council Queensland, and reducing the risk of skin cancer, is available via 13 11 20 or cancerqld.org.au. ENDS For more information or interviews, please contact: Katie Clift,…