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SKIN YOU’RE IN
STATISTICS
2-3 million non melanoma skin cancers and 132,000
melanoma skin cancers occur globally each year
One in every 3 cancers diagnosed is skin cancer HOW MUCH SUNSCREEN TO APPLY
Highest rates in Australia, New Zealand and Norway
2 tablespoons or 1 full shot glass
UK ranked 14th in the world
for the whole body
30+ factor recommended, both
MAIN CAUSE OF SKIN CANCERS UVA/UVB protection
Exposure to Sunlight
A
• History of sunburn/recreational exposure Asymmetry. A mark with one
• Fair skin, fair or red hair, blue and green eyes half unlike the other.
B
• Use of sunbeds Border irregularities.
Poorly defined edges.
REDUCE YOUR RISK!
C
Colour changes. Tan, black
brown, red, white or blue.
Protect yourself in 5 ways from skin cancer
D Diameter. Larger than 6mm.