"There's no such such thing as a healthy tan", say skin cancer experts
Conquering Skin Cancer
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The “bronzed Aussie” image is part of the Australian psyche. From sports icons to movie stars, that golden glow has always been sought after- and the fiercest tan has been seen as the ultimate prize.
But now, we know that tan comes with a cost.
As Professor Georgina Long (Australian of the Year 2024) explains, a tan is simply "cells in distress"- and every minute of UV over exposure can contribute to your likelihood of developing skin cancer in your life.
Hear from our symphony of scientists, all with one simple message- there’s no such thing as a healthy tan.
Featuring: Melanoma Institute Australia; Cancer Council Australia; QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, and DermScreen.
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