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Developmental research for National Skin Cancer Campaign

A research project which informed the development of the National Skin Cancer Awareness Campaign

The research was conducted with adolescents, young adults, parents and adults aged 50 years and over, and people who have had a skin cancer removed. The research explored knowledge, attitudes, awareness and understanding of sun protection and early detection of skin cancer.

PDF printable version of Developmental research for National Skin Cancer Campaign (PDF 693 KB large file)

The same publication in smaller sections:

Cover pages (PDF 27 KB)
1. Executive summary (PDF 80 KB)
2. Research context (PDF 92 KB)
3. Research design (PDF 132 KB)
4. Research findings (PDF 439 KB)
5. Conclusions and recommendations (PDF 82 KB)
Appendix A (PDF 75 KB)

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