2. STEPS TO BE SUNSMART!!!!!!
1.Slip on some sun-protective
clothing that covers as much
skin as possible!
2.Slop on some sunscreen!
3.Slap on a hat!
4.Seek shade!
5.Slide on some sun glasses!
3. SKIN CANCER!!!!
Australia has one of the highest rates
of skin cancer! Between 95 and
99% of skin cancers in Australia are
caused by exposure to the sun!
5. TYPES OF SKIN CANCER!!!
*Melanoma-the most
dangerous form of skin
cancer.
*Basal cell carcinoma.
*Squamous cell carcinoma.
6. WHAT DOES SKIN CANCER LOOK LIKE?
Skin cancer looks like any crusty
non-healing sores.
Small lumps that are red, pale or
pearly in colour, thickness or
shape over a period of weeks or
months
7. PEOPLE AT HIGHER RISK OF SKIN CANCER ARE THOSE
WHO?
*previously had a skin cancer or have a
family history of skin cancer.
*Have a large number of moles on there
skin.
*Have skin that is sensitive to UV
radiation and burns easily.
*Spend lots of time outdoors unprotected.
*Work out doors!