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Preventing skin cancer
To stay safe in the sun this summer make sure you follow Cancer Council's recommended combination of sun protection measures
We've Gotcha Covered
Make sure you are ready for summer with Cancer Council’s latest sun protection range. ‘Gotcha Covered’ offers fresh and innovative designs to keep you safe and looking good outdoors.
Find out more
iHeard question
Heard a claim about cancer and not sure if it’s true? Find out the facts at iheard.
Help us beat cancer
Your donation will fund world-class cancer research, prevention programs, and provide information and support to those affected by cancer.
Donate today
Tips to eat more fruit and vegetables
Healthy eating is a first step in reducing your cancer risk. Poor eating habits increase your risk of cancer at many sites in the body.
Learn more
Preventing skin cancer
To stay safe in the sun this summer make sure you follow Cancer Council's recommended combination of sun protection measures
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Gather, share and give in support of Aussies affected by cancer
3 February 2017 | Media releases
Cancer Council’s Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea, 25 May 2017 #BiggestMorningTea
One Australian is diagnosed with cancer approximately every five minutes, the length of an average tea break. Throughout May and June Cancer Council is calling on Aussies to pop on the kettle and prep the menu for
Read moreAustralians encouraged to get active this World Cancer Day
3 February 2017 | Media releases
Exercise a ‘wonder drug’, says Cancer Council Australia CEO
Saturday 4 February is World Cancer Day and Cancer Council Australia is joining organisations around the world to mark the event and encouraging Aussies to get physically active to reduce their cancer risk.
Cancer Council research shows that around 1,800 bowel, breast and…
Read moreNew cancer data highlights lost opportunities in bowel cancer screening and rising liver cancer toll
2 February 2017 | Media releases
Latest cancer trends published on eve of World Cancer Day (4 Feb)
New national cancer data released today highlights lost opportunities in bowel cancer screening and an alarming increase in liver cancer deaths, Cancer Council Australia said today.
Cancer Council Australia CEO and President of the International Union for Cancer Control,…
Read moreSupporting World Cancer Day 2017
30 January 2017 | News
February 4 2017 is World Cancer Day, a global event coordinated by the Union for International Cancer Control.
This year’s international tagline, ‘We Can. I Can.’, focuses on the many things that individuals and groups can do to reduce the burden of cancer across the globe.
With the event this year falling on a Saturday, the focus around the globe will be on supporting the event…
Read moreSunscreen use and individual reactions: a message from Cancer Council Australia
5 January 2017 | Media releases
CEO of Cancer Council Australia, Professor Sanchia Aranda, said today that reported reactions to its SPF 50+ Kids sunscreen were being investigated and that Cancer Council’s sunscreen range remained safe and effective for the vast majority of users.
Professor Aranda thanked the people who reported reactions and urged anyone with concerns to phone the sunscreen infoline on 1300 364 515 for…
Read moreSlip, slop, slack leaves Australians red-faced
21 November 2016 | Media releases
National Skin Cancer Action Week puts the spotlight on sun protection
Cancer Council research released today (20/11) shows fewer Australians are using hats to protect themselves from the sun and, as a result, are getting sunburnt on their face, head, nose or ears.
The data from Cancer Council’s National Sun Protection Survey reveals…
Read moreGather, share and give in support of Aussies affected by cancer
3 February 2017 | Media releases
Cancer Council’s Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea, 25 May 2017 #BiggestMorningTea
One Australian is diagnosed with cancer approximately every five minutes, the length of an average tea break. Throughout May and June Cancer Council is calling on Aussies to pop on the kettle and prep the menu for
Read moreAustralians encouraged to get active this World Cancer Day
3 February 2017 | Media releases
Exercise a ‘wonder drug’, says Cancer Council Australia CEO
Saturday 4 February is World Cancer Day and Cancer Council Australia is joining organisations around the world to mark the event and encouraging Aussies to get physically active to reduce their cancer risk.
Cancer Council research shows that around 1,800 bowel, breast and…
Read more2017 resolutions for a healthier you
When January 1 rolls around you're given a fresh start, the opportunity to set goals and put your health first for the next 365 days.
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Are Aussies becoming sun-slackers?
As a dermatologist working in Australia, skin cancer is something I think, see and talk about every day. I see the impact it has on too many Australian lives first hand and it’s always front of mind.
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Is your job increasing your cancer risk?
Each day most of us get up, get ready, farewell our family and head off to work... we don't expect that our job could increase the risk of being told "you have cancer" twenty to forty years down the track.
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If you see us on the streets this Friday, here’s why
This Friday you will probably see Cancer Council staff and volunteers fundraising for Daffodil Day. It’s an annual event that first started in Australia 30 years ago.
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Vitamin D and sun protection – getting the balance right
The conundrum of how to balance the need to protect ourselves from damage caused by the sun's UV rays and the importance of getting enough vitamin D for good health has been causing public confusion for over a decade.
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2017 resolutions for a healthier you
When January 1 rolls around you're given a fresh start, the opportunity to set goals and put your health first for the next 365 days.
Continue reading 2017 resolutions for a healthier you
Categories:
Are Aussies becoming sun-slackers?
As a dermatologist working in Australia, skin cancer is something I think, see and talk about every day. I see the impact it has on too many Australian lives first hand and it’s always front of mind.
Continue reading Are Aussies becoming sun-slackers?
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