Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek and Slide (1980s to present)
Over the years, the sun protection message has expanded to Slip! Slop! Slap! Seek! Slide! and Sid the Seagull has returned to our TV screens with a new and improved jingle. Sid asks us to protect ourselves in five ways from skin cancer whenever the UV level is three and above:
- Slip on sun protective clothing that covers as much of your body as possible.
- Slop on SPF 30+ broad spectrum sunscreen liberally to dry skin, at least 20 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply every two hours when outdoors.
- Slap on a broad brimmed hat that shades your face, neck and ears.
- Seek shade.
- Slide on sunglasses.
Latest news
Internet searches indicate renewed interest in solariums
Tuesday 14 May 2013
The findings of a new study published in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health provides evidence that solarium use may be making a comeback with renewed interest in recent years.
The findings of a new study published in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health provides evidence that solarium use may be making a comeback with renewed interest in recent years.
Leading health groups call on Victorians to bone up on vitamin D knowledge
Sunday 12 May 2013
SunSmart, Osteoporosis Australia and Arthritis and Osteoporosis Victoria are joining together to raise awareness around the importance of vitamin D for healthy bones and in the prevention of osteoporosis.
SunSmart, Osteoporosis Australia and Arthritis and Osteoporosis Victoria are joining together to raise awareness around the importance of vitamin D for healthy bones and in the prevention of osteoporosis.
Looking for men over 40 to participate in new study
Thursday 11 April 2013
Are you (or do you know) a man aged 40+ who has recently been diagnosed with non-melanoma skin cancer for the first time? The Skin and Cancer Foundation Inc. is conducting a research project and are looking for eligible candidates to participate in a face-to-face interview.
Are you (or do you know) a man aged 40+ who has recently been diagnosed with non-melanoma skin cancer for the first time? The Skin and Cancer Foundation Inc. is conducting a research project and are looking for eligible candidates to participate in a face-to-face interview.
