Medical researchers have unveiled new sun safety advice designed to cater for Australia’s diverse population and different skin types.
A new paper, published in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health on Feb. 12, states skin cancer prevention is still a priority, but specifically acknowledges diversity.
“The risks and benefits of sun exposure are not the same for all Australians. The new position statement provides advice that explicitly recognises this diversity,” the paper states.
“However, preventing skin cancer must remain a priority; it is critical that this new advice does not undermine skin cancer prevention messages. Mass communication campaigns should retain the focus on skin cancer prevention.”...
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