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Skin cancer prevention

Information on how to prevent skin cancer and how to protect your skin from UV radiation. Plus links to trusted resources.

What causes skin cancer?

Trusted information on what causes skin cancer, including sunburns, tanning, fake tans and solariums, and links to trusted resources

Sunburn

All people are at risk of sunburn, and young children can get seriously burnt in less than 30 minutes. Here's how to avoid and treat sunburn.

CT scan

Trusted information about Computed Tomography (CT) scans including their use in diagnosis and risks, such as possible exposure to radiation or harmful effects on unborn babies.

CT scans - information for referrers

Information for doctors requesting CT scans regarding CT related radiation, increased risk to children and young people and alternative imaging options as well as resources that can assist with imaging choices for patients.