Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
Put on a broad-brimmed hat that shades your face and neckWear sun protective clothing that covers as much of your body as possibleSeek shadeWear wrap-around sunglassesApply SPF30+ broad spectrum water resistant sunscreen every two hours
PROTECT YOURSELF IN FIVE WAYS FROM SKIN CANCER

Further Information

Other websites and organisations that provide information relating to sun exposure and skin cancer.

For information about any aspect of cancer, The Cancer Council Helpline 13 11 20 is an excellent starting point. The Helpline is a free and confidential telephone information and support service (local call cost applies). If you are hearing impaired you may wish to use the National Relay Service 13 36 77 (TTY/Voice) (call costs approx. 25 cents from a fixed line - www.relayservice.com.au/howitworks).

The Helpline is staffed Monday to Friday, from 9am – 5pm in all states and territories except Queensland were it is staffed Monday to Friday, from 8am – 8pm. Outside these hours, you can leave a message and we will call you back.

For information about the National Skin Cancer Awareness Campaign, please contact: Social Marketing Unit, Department of Health & Ageing via email phd.frontdesk@health.gov.au or phone (02) 6289 1555.

Other Links


HealthInsite HealthInsite's topic page on skin cancer.