Summer is just around the corner!
Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, including melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers. Every year in Australia skin cancers account for around 80% of all newly diagnosed cancers. Around 2000 people die from this disease every year. However, more than 95% of skin cancer cases are caused by unprotected exposure to UV radiation from the sun, meaning it is a nearly entirely preventable cancer.
There are five simple things you can do to protect yourself and your family and reduce the risk of skin cancer:
SLIP on sun-protective clothing
SLOP on SPF30 (or higher) sunscreen
SLAP on a hat
SEEK shade
SLIDE on some sunglasses
Also get to know your skin and check regularly for any changes. If you would like to book a skin check with your doctor, please phone the practice on <link external-link-new-window internal link in current>(07) 4635 6111.
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