A third of people ‘not at all worried’ about skin cancer heading into summer, new survey reveals
A third of Irish people are ‘not at all worried’ about skin cancer, worrying new research has revealed. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in Ireland and claims over 230 lives each year. Meanwhile, a survey of 1,000 adults conducted by Core Research on behalf of the Irish Cancer Society during Skin […]
Farmers Encourage To Follow Sunsmart Code To Reduce Skin Cancer Risk – IFA
The Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) and Irish Cancer Society have joined forces as part of UK and Ireland Farm Safety Week to remind farmers and farm families of the importance of protecting their skin to reduce the risk of skin cancer. Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in Ireland with over […]
Irish Cancer Society Calls On Outdoor Workers In Tipperary To Be SunSmart This Summer
The Irish Cancer Society has said that almost one in four (23%) of skin cancer deaths in Ireland are from the construction, outdoor and farming industry. As it launches its annual SunSmart campaign, the Society said that farmers and construction workers in the Tipperary area need to be extra vigilant during the summer months. […]
Young People And Urban Dwellers Now More At Risk Of Skin Cancer
Skin cancer in Ireland is increasing among young people despite the fact that it can be prevented in 9 out of 10 cases according to the Irish Cancer Society at the launch of its 2016 SunSmart Campaign. A report from the National Cancer Registry of Ireland (NCRI) shows that the largest increase in non-melanoma skin […]