SunSmart Week – 14 to 20 November 2010
New Zealand has a temperate climate and at this time of the year the days can still feel a little cool, especially on the coast or in the shade. However, UV radiation levels are now high enough to cause sunburn and this, in turn, increases your chances of developing skin cancer and melanoma.
SunSmart Week reminds us all that now is the time to take sun safety seriously, and to continue sun protection daily and throughout the summer months.
For more information on how you can get involved in and support SunSmart Week contact your local Cancer Society or email SunSmart.
You can still have fun outdoors this summer, just slip, slop, slap and wrap. And remember, never let yourself or your child get sunburnt.