UQWellness eMag Nov 25 - Flipbook - Page 38
MELANOMA FACTS
Age 20-39
Melanoma is the most common cancer
affecting 20 to 39 year old Australians.
1 Australian is diagnosed with
melanoma every 30 mins.
6hrs
Melanoma kills 1 Australian
every 6 hours.
If caught early 90% of melanomas can
be cured by surgery.
UV 3+
melanoma.org.au
90%
95% of melanomas are caused by
overexposure to UV light from the sun.
When UV levels are 3 or above, follow
the 5 Sun Safe rules.
