Skin cancers are the most common form of cancers in New Zealand. The incidence of melanoma skin cancer is among the highest in the world.
- The SunSmart schools website provides information for teachers, students and parents on how to be SunSmart.
- The SunSmart schools programme provides Cancer Society approved guidelines on how to make your school a safe place for students and the school community.
What's happening with SunSmart Schools?
September 18, 2012: SunSmart Schools Research
The Centres for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention Task Force (USA-based) have released recommendations and findings on primary and middle school interventions to prevent skin cancer. This highlights the importance of programmes such as ours in preventing skin cancer. Read More »
July 4, 2012: Further evidence to show increased risk of skin cancer when exposed to UVR in childhood
The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) have assessed observational studies that found increased risk for both squamous cell and basal cell cancer from intermittent sun exposure in childhood, especially sunbathing, was also assocaited with an increased risk for melanoma. Read More »
February 20, 2012: Sunscreen Frequently asked questions and answers
Useful information to help understand how to use sunscreen and which to buy. Read More »
November 15, 2011: SunSmart Schools Rule!!
Congratulations to the winning schools in the SunSmart Schools Video Competition. It was a tough job picking the winners but we had fun and the winning schools are as follows: Category Year 1-4: Renwick School, Renwick Category 5-8: Wairakei School, Christchurch Category Te Reo: Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Mangatuna, Tolaga Bay Read More »
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SPF30+ 1 Litre Pack
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SPF30+ 50g Tube
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