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Rural Victorians 24% more likely to be diagnosed with melanoma

Wednesday 22 February 2012

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

Monday 20 February 2012

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!

Monday 23 January 2012

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

Monday 16 January 2012

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!

Tuesday 10 January 2012

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.

6 New Year's resolutions that could save your life

Friday 23 December 2011

Making and keeping resolutions such as giving up smoking, exercising more and drinking less alcohol could significantly decrease the risk of serious illness including cancer.

Cancer survival in Victoria climbs to record high

Sunday 18 December 2011

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.

Labelling forum must put health on front of pack

Friday 9 December 2011

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).

Long wait but no bundle of joy

Friday 9 December 2011

New alcohol labels targeting pregnant women address a minority of drinkers.

It's a Knockout! ACMA report delivers blow to self-regulation

Wednesday 7 December 2011

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.