THE CHALLENGE

BAN THE TAN THIS SUMMER

The Clare Oliver Challenge invites you to ‘Ban the Tan this summer’ – helping to keep your skin safe while raising funds for urgently needed melanoma research.

The Challenge will take place from Monday 21st December 2009 to Sunday 31st January 2010.

By taking on the Clare Oliver Challenge, you’re making the following pledge:

1. I will not get burnt;
2. I will avoid any deliberate tanning through sun-baking or using a solarium;
3. When the UV is 3 and above, I’ll protect my skin in line with SunSmart advice:
   • SLIP on sun protective clothing that covers as much of my body as possible.
   • SLOP on SPF 30+ broad spectrum water resistant sunscreen, liberally to dry skin, at least 20 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply every two hours when outdoors. Never use sunscreen to extend your time in the sun.
   • SLAP on a broad brimmed hat that shades my face, neck and ears.
   • SEEK shade
   • SLIDE on sunglasses - make sure they meet the Australian Standard.
4. I will help raise funds for urgently needed melanoma research.

So sign up today, create your online fundraising page and start spreading the word that you’re ‘Banning the Tan this summer!’

SKIN CANCER - FACTS & FIGURES

Clare Oliver said “I choose life. I choose to be fair.”  Her message was simple. No tan is worth dying for.

Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world with more than 400,000 people treated for skin cancer every year.

Skin cancer is the most preventable of all cancer. It can be cured if detected early but if discovered too late, it can kill. Our most recent statistics show that 343 Victorians died from skin cancer.– that’s almost one person every day and more than Victoria’s annual road toll.

Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer and is also the most diagnosed cancer each year for Australians aged 15-44.

Adolescence and childhood are critical periods during which exposure to UV radiation is more likely to contribute to skin cancer in later life. Increased sun protection against sun exposure will prevent skin cancer at whatever age it is applied.

Sign up today to ‘Ban the Tan this summer’ and protect your skin from cancer.

For further information and resources visit the SunSmart website.