SUNSMART
The Cancer Society's Health Promoter works with WAVE on SunSmart and are available to support an educational setting to develop their own SunSmart culture within their setting. They will work with you to:
- Support schools to identify opportunities and barriers to sun protection
- Provide information and resources on sun protection and skin cancer prevention
- Assist in developing action plans for implementing sun protection strategies
- Provide ideas and support for promotional activities and events
- Help review and develop sun protection policy or procedures
- Undertake professional development for teachers/educators as needed
- Assist with applications and supporting information for funding
- Provide a free ‘Shade Tent Loan Scheme' to support settings with shade at events
( NB: Some points above are relevant for only some settings. Currently the Cancer Society have prioritised the implementation of the SunSmart Accreditation Programme in Primary school setting as their key area of focus and input of resource. But please contact your WAVE Facilitator and they will ensure your SunSmart request is supported as best they can. Thank you. )
KATE JOHNSON
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FAVOURITES: Physical Activity: I love all sports and activities - especially netball, mountainbiking, basketball, touch, tennis, gardening, and swimming Food: Fruit and vegetables-but specifically summer fruits and all Thai food Drink: A nice cup of peppermint tea in the evening Saying: Depends on how my day is going!! But usually something positive like ‘No worries’ |
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BEST THING ABOUT THIS JOB: Working with people and making a positive change to peoples health-especially to reduce cancer risk |
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Phone: 03 684 0124 |
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Tertiary Settings - SunSmartNau mai Haere mai Koutou katoa. Welcome and thanks for taking an interest in being SunSmart! Have a look over this information and see how the Cancer Society together with your WAVE Facilitator can support you in further developing your SunSmart practices to protect the health and well being of your students. |
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Skin cancers are the most common form of cancers in New Zealand with around 50,000 New Zealanders diagnosed a year. The mortality rate from skin cancer is among the highest in the world . There is strong evidence that excessive exposure to ultra violet radiation (UVR) is a risk factor for developing skin cancer later in life and it has been estimated that over 90% of melanomas in Australasia are attributable to sunlight exposure. An emphasis on sun protection and skin cancer prevention in tertiary education level settings is important for two reason:
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| **It’s important to note that sun protection is required from October to March inclusive particularly between 11am – 4pm. This is when the ultra violet radiation (UVR) is at its most intense. There are also benefits from sun exposure, including vitamin D absorption, which is important for the development of healthy bones, muscles and teeth. Therefore, during the winter, students should be encouraged to actively enjoy the sun, except when around snow, or at high altitudes. |
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What's available locally to help your setting be  SunSmart?
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Useful Links
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Go to www.sunsmart.org.nz for
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FREE Shade Tents for Loan Free loan of shade structures to be used for outdoor events held during Terms 1 & 4. Any bookings are taken at Cancer Society office (03) 688 0124. Information on running a SunSmart event is also provided. You are responsible for pick up and drop off. |
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Printed supporting material
| 'Here Comes the Sun' Brochure  |
'Take the time to spot the difference' Brochure  |
'UV Index' Information Card  |
| 'Never let your child get sunburnt' Brochure  |
'Never let your child get sunburnt' |
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| Other SunSmart merchandise like balloons; pens; rulers; frisbees; umbrellas and sunscreen can be ordered through the Cancer Society (A charge may apply) or check out the WAVE Resource Pool for DVD’s and other resources to loan to support your setting. |
| For more information or if you wish to work on SunSmart in your setting, please contact your WAVE Facilitator. Together with the Cancer Society Health Promoter, they will provide advice, support and action planning assistance for your journey to providing adequate sun protection and education for the students and staff. | ||
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Your local Cancer Society Health Promoter: Kate Johnson Ph: 03 688 0124 Email: kate@canty.cancernz.org.nz
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