Third of people never apply sunscreen

ALMOST one third of people never use sun protection in Ireland, with a further 30% only using it occasionally, according to a survey carried out on behalf of skin cancer research.

Third of people never apply sunscreen

As part of May: Melanoma Awareness Month, dermatological brand Roche-Possay has launched a public awareness campaign, SOS Save Our Skin, to promote the early detection and prevention of skin cancer.

SOS Save Our Skin is a nationwide effort being promoted in dermatologists rooms, dermatology departments, GP surgeries, pharmacies and social media to encourage members of the public to get their moles or suspicious lesions checked and adopt safe behaviour in the sun.

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