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QIMR
Queensland Institute of Medical Research
Suncorp is supporting the Queensland Institute of Medical Research (QIMR) to help find a cure for skin cancer.
Since our partnership commenced...
BPAY Donation Scheme
BPAY Donation Scheme
You can also donate to QIMR's skin cancer research program by donating online via our BPAY donation scheme. Suncorp gives you the option to round up your bill or donate a nomin...
North Queensland Games
North Queensland Games Supporting Australia's largest multi-sports carnival
As the largest multi-sports carnival in Australia, these biennial games showcase the talents of athletes in different...
Fundraising
FUNDRAISING
SunWise In-Branch Sunscreen Fundraiser
As part of our SunWise initiative for 2008, we're selling selected Banana Boat sunscreen in Suncorp branches throughout Queensland, with all procee...
My Local UV-Index Forecast
UV-INDEX
Ultraviolet radiation is measured and reported as the UV-Index, a standardised method developed by the World Health Organisation. The UV-Index is forecast and reported daily, and is an indic...
Frequently asked questions
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
What do I need to look for when I check my skin?
How do I check my skin?
How often should I get my moles checked?
Sun spots (solar keratoses) are just a sign of ...
Safe Tanning
SAFE TANNING?
Is there such a thing as a safe tan?
Despite years of education on the dangers of tanning, many Australians still strive for the 'perfect tan'.A tan is actually a sign of sun damage, e...
Skin Cancer
WHAT IS SKIN CANCER?
Skin cancer is a disease of the skin cell caused by overexposure to ultraviolet radiation, which damages the cell's genes.
Because of our outdoor lifestyle and our proximity to ...
Types of skin cancer
TYPES OF SKIN CANCER
Are there different types of skin cancer?
There are three main types of skin cancer. These cancers develop because of damage to the genes that normally control cell repair and r...
Detection and Treatment
DETECTION & TREATMENT
Early detection and treatment will result in a cure for the majority of skin cancer cases.
Detection
Early detection of skin cancer is crucial. Luckily, this form of c...
Risk Factors
RISK FACTORS
Melanoma risk factors
While all of us are at risk of skin cancer, there are certain factors that may predispose some individuals to melanoma
The major risk factors associated with mel...
Get Involved
Get involved by helping us support skin cancer research by donating to the Queensland Institute of Medical Research.
Fundraising
Suncorp branches are currently accepting donations to help support th...
Experts and Authorities
EXPERTS & AUTHORITIES
There are many organisations undertaking wonderful work in skin cancer prevention, education and the search for a cure. We encourage you to find out more about these groups,...
Skin Types
SKIN TYPES
Does my skin type affect my chances of developing skin cancer?
Many people believe that people with dark skin are immune to developing skin cancer. This is certainly not true.
While our ...
Resources
Helping Australians Stay Safe Under the Sun
Suncorp delivers a range of activities aimed at increasing the awareness of the dangers of skin cancer. The ShadeCalendar and UV Index have been included o...
Contact Us
CONTACT US
Tell us your story
If you have something you'd like to share with us, whether it's a personal story of sun safety or skin cancer, or you'd like to let us know what you think of our websit...
Sunwise Tips
SUNWISE TIPS
At Suncorp, we're committed to making a difference by giving communities the information and tools to practice sun safety every day. Our skin cancer initiative has been active for 5 year...
Our Partners
SUNWISE PARTNERS
Suncorp supports organisations that help educate the community about the dangers of sun exposure and how to prevent skin cancer, and to raise vital funds for research to help defeat ...
Thank You
Thankyou for registering in the QUT AusSun Research Laboratory Study. Your participation will potentially help us understand ways to reduce the development of skin cancer.
If there are any changes or...
Fact Sheets
Fact Sheets
Suncorp and QIMR have developed a series of Fact Sheets which contain all of the information provided on the SunWise website that can be downloaded.
Fact Sheet 1 - Sunsafe Tips (PDF, ...
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