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Wide brim sun hat or sunscreen: Which is better for sun protection?

Wide brim sun hat or sunscreen: Which is better for sun protection?

Give yourself the best possible chance of avoiding a sunburn, premature skin ageing and being diagnosed with skin cancer.

What is the best way to protect your neck from the sun?

What is the best way to protect your neck from the sun?

The neck is an often overlooked part of the body when it comes to sun protection. Dermatologists agree that the most effective form of sun protection is UPF 50+ sun protective clothing.

Solbari Blog: UPF 50+ clothing explained

UPF 50+ clothing explained

This blog explains what the term UPF 50+ sun protective clothing means. UPF stands for ultraviolet protection factor. The Australian Government tests and rates fabrics for sun protective properties. Fabrics are considered to be sun protective is they are rated between UPF 15 and 50+.

Sun Damage Prevention: Don't Forget These 4 Body Areas

Sun Damage Prevention: Don't Forget These 4 Body Areas

Melanoma can appear in places all over the body, including in places that don’t get much sun. The places on the body where melanoma is commonly found differ between men and women.

Doctor Michelle Rodrigues

Dr. Michelle Rodrigues answers your questions on melanoma

What are some risk factors that you may not be aware of? Are you at risk if a parent or sibling has had melanoma? Australian dermatologist Dr Michelle Rodrigues joins us for this Q&A.

5 common skin cancer myths busted

5 common skin cancer myths busted

When it comes to skin cancer, there are a few misconceptions which can potentially put your skin at risk. We've debunked 5 common skin cancer myths that you may not know.

Can UV go through clothes?

Can UV go through clothes?

Have you ever wondered if your clothing is protecting you from the sun? And if it is, just how much is it really protecting your skin from UV rays? It’s possible for UV rays to pass through clothing and reach the skin. In fact, a regular white cotton t-shirt may only provide a UPF rating of 5 – that means roughly 20% of UV radiation passes through the fabric and penetrates your skin.

Cure Cancer Researcher Dr Marjan Naeini on trends in skin cancer treatment

Cure Cancer Researcher Dr Marjan Naeini on trends in skin cancer treatment

As a skin cancer researcher, Dr. Marjan shares a similar mission to Solbari in helping people prevent skin cancers, melanomas, and sun damage.

Solbari blog: If I get skin cancer can I go outdoors again?

If I get skin cancer can I go outdoors again?

This blog confirms that you can go outdoors and be sunsafe at the same time. It is best to avoid the middle of the day in the summer months as the UV tends to be at its highest levels then. You can go outside safely by wearing UPF 50+ sun protective clothing, a broad-brim sun hat and a sunscreen with SPF 30.

Solbar blog: How many sunburns does it take to get skin cancer?

How many sunburns does it take to get skin cancer?

In this blog we discuss how experiencing sunburn increases the chances of being diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer later on in life. Brown University in the US undertook research monitoring 100,000 women who had been sunburnt to varying degrees over a 20 year period and measured their incidence rates of melanoma.

Your Story Series: Josh

Your Story Series: Josh

Josh’s story is a testament to the dangers of prolonged sun exposure without the use of adequate sun protection. His close calls with melanoma make clear the risks posed to individuals of all ages by UV overexposure.

International Women’s Day Q&A with Melanoma UK Founder Gill Nuttall

International Women’s Day Q&A with Melanoma UK Founder Gill Nuttall

"Once I realized that Jon was not going to survive, I decided that I would do something to raise awareness of melanoma and make the lives of future patients somewhat easier."

Prevention Saves Lives: A Report into Melanoma

Prevention Saves Lives: A Report into Melanoma

Melanoma Institute Australia (MIA) has released their 2022 State of the Nation Report addressing the current state of skin cancer and melanoma amongst Australians.

How do you find a good dermatologist?

How do you find a good dermatologist?

This blog post will provide tips on finding the right skin doctor for your needs. Feeling confident and comfortable with your dermatologist encourages the likelihood that you'll make and keep your appointments.  

Skin Cancer Can Happen At Any Age: Sophie Plumridge Q&A

Skin Cancer Can Happen At Any Age: Sophie Plumridge Q&A

Our Skin Health Ambassador Sophie Plumridge gets candid about her recent experiences with Basal Cell Carcinoma.

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