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Skin cancers are the most common forms of cancer in New Zealand and there is strong evidence that excessive exposure to UV radiation during childhood and adolescence is a risk factor for developing skin cancer later in life.
Toi Te Ora - Public Health Service encourages all schools to become a 'Sunsmart school' and develop comprehensive sun protection policies and practices.
For more information, check out the resources below.
Contact us if you would like your school to become part of this programme.
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Page updated 22 Nov 2011
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