Our research

SunSmart is an evidence-based health promotion program. The results of research are used to guide program development and our activities are regularly evaluated.

Researchers at the Cancer Council Victoria's Centre for Behavioural Research in Cancer contribute to the evidence base by studying behaviours and what encourages people to be sun smart.

Facts and stats at a glance

A quick guide to our most often quoted statistics, facts and research findings with references provided.

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