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Will Australia's tanning culture ever change?
Feb 29, 2024
Discover the message from Australian of the Year, Prof Long, on the trauma of tanning and her groundbreaking melanoma research. Learn about changing tanning culture, innovative melanoma treatments, and the societal impact of Australia's obsession with tanning.
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- Tanning increases melanoma risk by triggering skin trauma, debunking the misconception of protection.
- Innovative melanoma treatments combining immunotherapy and personalized drugs show significant improvements and future cancer care potential.
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Professor Georgina Long's Work in Melanoma Cancer Treatment
Professor Georgina Long, the joint Australian of the year, discusses her work in treating melanoma cancer by activating the immune system to kill cancer cells with specific drugs. She highlights the importance of sun protection and addressing the tanning culture to prevent melanoma. Despite past campaigns like 'slip-slop-slap,' the messaging about sun dangers remains inadequate, especially among younger age groups. Professor Long advocates using social media to redefine beauty standards and educate about the risks of tanning.
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