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By Isabelle and Vanessa
STEPS TO BE SUNSMART!!!!!!1.Slip on some sun-protective clothing that covers as much skin as possible!
2.Slop on some sunscreen!3.Slap on a hat!4.Seek shade!5.Slide on some sun glasses!
SKIN CANCER!!!! Australia has one of the highest
rates of skin cancer! Between 95 and 99% of skin cancers in Australia are caused by exposure to the sun!
SUN BURN AND A MOLE OF SKIN CANCER!
TYPES OF SKIN CANCER!!!
*Melanoma-the most dangerous form of skin cancer.
*Basal cell carcinoma.*Squamous cell carcinoma.
WHAT DOES SKIN CANCER LOOK LIKE?
Skin cancer looks like any crusty non-healing sores.
Small lumps that are red, pale or pearly in colour, thickness or shape over a period of weeks or months
PEOPLE AT HIGHER RISK OF SKIN CANCER ARE THOSE WHO?
*previously had a skin cancer or have a family history of skin cancer.
*Have a large number of moles on there skin.
*Have skin that is sensitive to UV radiation and burns easily.
*Spend lots of time outdoors unprotected.
*Work out doors!
STAY SUN SMART AT THE BEACH!!!!!!!!!!!!
FACTS ABOUT SKIN CANCER!!!!!!
• Skin cancer can grow when the cells that make up our skin are damaged causing them to grow paranormally!
Thanks for watching and don’t forget to stay sun
smart!!!
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