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Tobacco industry persuades people to support plain packaging of cigarettes

Sunday 27 March 2011
A major tobacco-industry funded advertising blitz has backfired, with new research revealing the "It won't work, so why do it" campaign persuaded more people to support the plain packaging of cigarettes than oppose it.

Radiation in Japan: what's the cancer risk?

Monday 21 March 2011
Following the terrible human disaster in Japan, newspapers and broadcast media have been covering the issue of radiation and the possibility of it causing cancer.

Inner-city council considers banning smoking in outdoor dining areas

Wednesday 16 March 2011
Yarra council last night voted to investigate outdoor smoking bans in areas such as alfresco dining spaces, parks and playgrounds.

Fair play at this year's L'Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival

Tuesday 15 March 2011
The L'Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival (LMFF) is helping to shift perceptions of tan fans as they embrace natural skin colour at this year's event.

United Kingdom to pursue plain packaging of cigarettes

Thursday 10 March 2011
Quit has welcomed news that the British government is moving towards introducing the plain packaging of cigarettes, following the lead of the Australian government.

New melanoma figures a warning to older generations

Wednesday 9 March 2011
Cancer Council Victoria today released new statistics revealing melanoma incidence rates continue to rise in Victoria.

SunSmart warns Victorian farmers and rural outdoor workers they are at greater risk of skin cancer

Wednesday 9 March 2011
New data released today shows that melanoma incidence rates among men and women in rural Victoria are more than one third higher than for those in urban areas, putting this demographic in the most high-risk group for skin cancer in Victoria.

Slip, Slap, Slop, Seek, Slide...and Sombrero!

Monday 7 March 2011
Sombreros and animal costumes are tipped to be the hottest festival fashion items this year after SunSmart announced the results of its 'Win the Golden Ticket' competition today.

Quarter of girls missing out on life-saving vaccine

Tuesday 1 March 2011
An alarming lack of knowledge may be to blame for the fact that many girls aged 12-13 are not having the cervical cancer vaccine, despite it being available free of charge through schools. A new website aims to reverse the trend.

Cut the fat - ban junk food endorsements by sports stars

Monday 21 February 2011
It's refreshing to see Shane Warne under the media spotlight for reasons other than his love life. Last week he was receiving attention for his somewhat unscrupulous McDonalds endorsement.

Parents duped by sports star endorsement & positive nutrition claims on junk food

Friday 11 February 2011
New study strengthens case for traffic light labelling to help parents cut through the marketing spin and nutrient claims made by sports stars on junk food.

Smokers at higher risk of under-performing this Valentine's day

Friday 11 February 2011
Male smokers looking forward to showing their loved ones a good time in the bedroom on Valentine's day are at greater risk of erectile dysfunction than their non-smoking counterparts.

High school students graduating to be tomorrow's cancer and cardiovascular patients

Wednesday 9 February 2011
Results of a national diet and physical activity survey of high school students, released today will ring alarm bells among educators, health professionals and parents.

Cancer Council Victoria researchers recognised

Wednesday 9 February 2011
Professor Melanie Wakefield, Director, Centre for Behavioural Research in Cancer, has had work recognised amongst the ten best research projects in the country.

World Cancer Day research reveals up to 70% of some cancers could be prevented

Friday 4 February 2011
And no, the answer's not a magic pill, an ancient berry or a protective wristband. New research released today has strengthened the link between lifestyle factors and cancer.
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