 Spring heralds SunSmart reminder for Adelaide Show
September 2, 2010
Spring marks a seasonal rise in UV level and timely reminder to stay safe in the sun when the Royal Adelaide Show starts tomorrow.
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SunSmart Competition
July 21, 2010
Cancer Council is asking Australians aged 12 to 17 years to get creative and ‘bust a myth’ about skin cancer. Enter a short film, image or creative writing piece and you could win a great prize.
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Sunsmart's Winter Break
May 18, 2010
South Australia’s lower UV levels signal a reminder that we can ease off on the traditional SunSmart protections mid-year, giving us a good natural source of vitamin D.
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Cancer Council SA urges people to take action to prevent cancer on World Cancer Day.
January 31, 2010
Cancer Council SA urges people to take action to prevent cancer on World Cancer Day.
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Advice in relation to sunscreen and nanoparticles
December 23, 2009
Nanotechnology has been used in sunscreens for many years. To date, our assessment, drawing on the best available evidence, is that nanoparticulates used in sunscreens do not pose a risk. However, we continue to monitor research and welcome any new research that sheds more light on this topic
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Cancer Council SA calls for SunSmart schools
December 1, 2009
Cancer Council SA is urging the State Government to enforce SunSmart policies in all South Australian schools to help reduce the incidence of skin cancer.
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Don’t be a clown at the pageant – cover up!
November 7, 2008
Pageant goers are being warned to cover up tomorrow despite the cooler forecast, as the UV alert will be extreme and children with unprotected skin will be at significant risk of getting burnt.
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Pumped for the City to Bay
September 19, 2008
Look out for Cancer Council volunteers armed with sunscreen at the City to Bay this Sunday, with the UV alert set to be high enough to cause damage to unprotected skin.
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Swap the umbrella for a hat at the Show
September 4, 2008
Traditionally, umbrellas are essential items for show goers. But, with the weather forecast to be clear and sunny, Cancer Council SA is urging show goers to pack their hat, sunscreen and sunglasses to avoid being burnt.
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Solarium regulations welcomed, but dangers still exist
March 13, 2008
The Cancer Council South Australia said new State Government regulations, which take effect today (Friday, March 14), should help stamp out questionable practices among some solarium operators.
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