Avista EHub | Sunsmart Skin Cancer Prevention Month

Be SunSmart and protect your skin from the sun.

Many people living in Ireland have pale/light skin, these skin types burn easily and are very vulnerable to UV damage. This means they are at a higher risk of skin cancer.

Everyone needs to protect their skin and be sun smart when out in the sun, even when there are some clouds in the sky.

CLICK HERE to see information about being Sun Smart and some tips and tricks for staying safe in the Sun. Tips from the HSE.

To watch a video on being sun smart Click Here

Easy read information on the Sun smart code: Click Here

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