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Skin Cancer THE FACTS

• Australia has the highest rates of skin cancer in the world
• 2 out of 3 people who live in Australia all their lives will get skin cancer at some time
• In Australia about 1200 people die from skin cancer each year
• Most skin cancers can be prevented
• Nearly all skin cancers can be cured if treatment starts early
• Exposure to iltraviolet (UV) rays is the major cause of skin cancer

  It is important to protect yourself from the sun's harmful UV rays when you are outside. Remember to:

• SLIP on a shirt with a collar and sleeves
• SLOP on sunscreen that is at least SPF 15, broad spectrum and water resistant
• SLAP on a hat with a wide brim or a cap with flaps to shade your face, neck and ears
• Wear sunglasses that meet Australian Standard AS1067 and that fit the face well