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.