Reduce your skin cancer risk

There are simple measures everyone can take to reduce their risk of skin cancer. Find out how to protect yourself and detect any changes.  

Reduce your skin cancer risk

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Protect your skin in 5 ways

Skin cancer cases in Australia are increasing. How well are you really protecting your skin? Read on for five easy ways to protect yourself from skin cancer.

Identify your skin type

Everyone's skin is different and reacts differently to sun exposure. Find out how to identify your skin type so you will be able to take better precautions to protect your skin.

Detect skin cancer early

Skin cancer is the most diagnosed cancer in Australia. Read on for advice on how to identify melanoma and other skin cancers early.

Know the UV index

You can protect your skin better when you know the UV level. Make sure you check the UV level every day.

Know the NSW melanoma hotspots

Find out what are the areas with the highest rates of melanoma in NSW.