1 in 3 Victorians confused over how much sun is enough for vitamin D
New research shows almost 1 in 3 Victorians think they need the same amount of sun exposure in winter as in summer to maintain their vitamin D levels, despite ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels being so much lower in winter in Victoria.

Vitamin D deficiency: are you at risk?
SunSmart is warning that certain parts of the population may be at risk of low or deficient vitamin D levels during Victoria's autumn and winter months.

Mac off - get junk food out of junior sports
71% of Australians want to see fast food given the boot from children's sports.

Victoria leads the way in cervical cancer prevention
A new report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) has revealed Victoria has the highest two-yearly participation rate in cervical screening and the lowest incidence and mortality rates of cervical cancer in the country.

Australian Government's $50m investment in bowel screening will save thousands of lives
Cancer Council Victoria has welcomed the Federal Government's decision to expand the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program, saying the $49.7 million investment will save the lives of thousands of Victorians.

Mums urged to lower their cancer risk on Mother's Day
Cancer Council Victoria is calling on mums of all ages to spend some time thinking about their health next Sunday (May 13) and make a plan to get up-to-date with screening.

Leading health groups call for Federal Budget to equalise alcohol taxation
The Alcohol Policy Coalition is calling for a volumetric tax, abolition of Wine Equalisation Tax and the introduction of floor prices.

Relief to health system in the pipeline with licensing freeze
The Alcohol Policy Coalition today welcomed the Victorian Planning Minister's extension of a cap on late night liquor licenses to areas beyond the CBD. Nearly 750 Melbourne venues serve alcohol past 1am, with 140 able to trade for 24hours, meaning there is no need to add more late night licenses.

Cancer Council wants local communities to 'get behind it'
Cancer Council Victoria is asking local communities to send a letter to their local Federal MP as part of the Get Behind Bowel Screening campaign to help save lives from Australia‟s second biggest cancer killer.

Jim Stynes
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Jim Stynes from cancer. Mr Stynes was a truly extraordinary individual who dedicated his life to improving the lives of others, from the people involved with the Melbourne Football Club, to the young people he inspired at Reach, and of course the lives of his family and friends.

New research: Over 10,000 future cancer cases could be prevented by exercise and diet alone
In Victoria more than 10,000 cancers each year could be prevented through improved diet and increased exercise alone, according to research on future projections released today in the Medical Journal of Australia.

Celebrating 15 years of progress in breast cancer research in Victoria
A public forum, presented by the VBCRC in conjunction with Breast Cancer Network Australia, will discuss key research achievements over the past 15 years and future prospects for women with breast cancer.

St Patrick's Day: assaults among young people to rise this Saturday
Research from VicHealth and Turning Point Alcohol and Drug Centre shows young people and males are at greater risk of alcohol-related assaults on Saturdays and on St Patrick's Day. This has prompted the Alcohol Policy Coalition to today call for tighter restrictions on alcohol promotion in the lead up to St Patrick's Day this Saturday.

Vic Govt's Healthy Eating Enterprise will help tackle obesity time bomb
The Obesity Policy Coalition has applauded the Victorian Government's Healthy Eating Enterprise stating it is going to the heart of the issue and tackling some of the key drivers of obesity by integrating and embedding principles around healthy eating where people work, play and live.

Cancer Council Victoria receives two prestigious public health grants
Cancer Council Victoria is pleased to announce it has been awarded two preventive health research grants worth almost $750,000 from the Australian National Preventive Health Agency (ANPHA), to help prevent the harm caused by obesity and tobacco.

Lead modelling agencies sign up to 'No Sunbed' policy ahead of the L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival
Victoria's leading modelling agencies have committed to a 'No Sunbed' policy in a groundbreaking move that aims to raise awareness about the dangers of solarium use and show support for an outright ban of sunbeds in this state.

Blog: Should there be a sugar tax?
Scientists from the University of California in San Francisco, are calling for taxes on sugar. They argue that a number of studies show that sugar has a direct impact on public health , similar to tobacco and alcohol.

Rural Victorians 24% more likely to be diagnosed with melanoma
SunSmart is warning Victorian farmers and rural outdoor workers to remain vigilant about using sun protection over the coming months as new figures released today show that Victorian residents in regional areas are 24% more likely to be diagnosed with melanoma than those in urban areas.

Casey Cardina Relay for Life Raffle winner announced
Cancer Council Victoria today announced the winners of a Casey Cardinia Relay For Life raffle, drawn at a Hint of Pink fundraiser on 18 February 2012.

Practice what you preach at the beach!
SunSmart is encouraging parents to role model sun safe behaviour this summer after a new Australian study, published online in the Journal of American Academy of Dermatology, has shown that sun protection behaviour of children is heavily influenced by what their parents do to protect themselves from too much of the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays.

Tennis stars serve SunSmart message ahead of Australian Open
Tennis stars, John Newcombe, Felix Mantilla and Alicia Molik are urging players and spectators to be SunSmart while enjoying the on court action at this year's Australian Open.

Cancer Council Victoria's 15th annual Arts Awards: Entries now open!
Cancer Council Victoria is pleased to announce that as of 15th January, entries are officially open for its 2012 Arts Awards. Now in their 15th year, the Arts Awards provide all Australians touched by cancer with an opportunity to express their experience creatively through art, writing or film.

Cancer survival in Victoria climbs to record high
Cancer in Victoria: Statistics and Trends 2010, an annual report produced by the Victorian Cancer Registry, shows that while the number of cancer diagnoses is projected to increase in the next three years, five-year cancer survival has increased from 47% to a record high of 64% in the period from 1985 to 2009.

Long wait but no bundle of joy
New alcohol labels targeting pregnant women address a minority of drinkers.

Labelling forum must put health on front of pack
The Food Regulation Forum must use the next six months to lead the development of an effective, easy to understand front-of-pack labelling system that puts the health of Australians above corporate profits, according to the Obesity Policy Coalition (OPC).

It's a Knockout! ACMA report delivers blow to self-regulation
A report released today by the media watchdog, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), further highlights the inadequacy of self-regulation of junk food advertising, according to Jane Martin, senior policy adviser for the Obesity Policy Coalition.