Small amounts of sunshine on a regular basis can be beneficial, however, Northern Ireland has high rates of skin cancer with roughly 2,300 people diagnosed every year with this type of cancer.

It is the most common cancer in Northern Ireland - nearly one in four of all cancers diagnosed are skin cancers and the incidence is increasing.

This summer, Action Cancer is working in partnership with Gordon's Chemists and Cool FM to promote safe sun and help prevent skin cancer.

Our dedicated Health Promotion Team will be visiting 10 locations across Northern Ireland to provide advice and information on how you can stay safe in the sun.

This is the first time a regional skin cancer prevention initiative will have visited popular sun bathing locations with specialist advice and equipment. For more information on where you can find us just look at our calendar on the right.

Facts on sun exposure and skin cancer
Staying Safe this Summer
Skin Cancer - what to look out for
Action Cancer Services
Just been diagnosed with skin cancer
Safe Sun Roadshow

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JULY

Tuesday 3rd July, Belfast

-Belfast City Hall 12 Noon- 2.00pm (Cool FM will be in attendance!)

Thursday 5th July, Belfast

-Lady Dixon Park 10.00am-12 Noon
-Botanic Gardens 12.30pm-2.30pm

Thursday 19th July, Bangor

-Bangor Marina 10.00am-2.30pm

Tuesday 24th July, Enniskillen

-Castle Coole, Enniskillen 10.30am- 2.30pm

Thursday 26th July, L/Derry

-St. Columbs Park, Derry 10.30am -2.30pm

Tuesday 31st July, Limavady

-Benone Beach, Limavady 10.30am -2.30pm

AUGUST

Tuesday 7th August, Armagh

Oxford Island, Armagh 10.00am-3.00pm

Tuesday 14th August, Castlewellan

Castlewellan Forest Park 10.30am-2.30pm

Thursday 16th August, Newcastle

Newcastle beach 10.30am-2.30pm

Thursday 23rd August, Portrush

Portrush Strand 10.00am-3.00pm