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Skin cancer uncovered


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Skin cancer is on the rise in the UK - each year there are 69,000 new cases and there are even more deaths than former skin cancer capital Australia. Here's how to get the ultimate protection from the sun's rays and stay 'sun smart' cancer research UK

skin cancer: the basics

  • Raise your awareness
  • Types of melanoma

    protect yourself

  • Getting to know your UV index
  • When to seek shade
  • Making sure you never burn
  • How to go undercover

    screen with the right cream

  • How to slip, slap, slop!
  • Choosing the right cream
  • The lotion factor
  • How to apply and reapply

    make your family sun smart

  • Take the SunSmart quiz
  • Ten sun rules for kids
  • Protecting delicate young skin
  • Keeping your man sun-aware

    talk about your skin

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