Where did Slip Slop Slap come from?
One of the most successful health campaigns in Australia’s history was launched by Cancer Council in 1981. Sid the seagull, wearing board shorts, t-shirt and a hat, tap-danced his way across our TV screens singing a catchy jingle to remind us of three easy ways of protecting against skin cancer. Slip, Slop, Slap!
Is Philip Adams married?
Patrice NewellPhillip Adams / Spouse
Adams is married to Patrice Newell. He has four daughters: three with his first wife, Rosemary Fawcett, and one with Newell.
What does slap mean in Slip Slop Slap?
Slap!) is a mnemonic slogan for reducing unhealthy sun exposure by slipping on a shirt or rash guard, slopping on sunblock, and slapping on a sun hat.
Was the Slip Slop Slap campaign successful?
Slop! Slap! campaign which launched Australia’s status as a global leader in skin cancer prevention. Since the campaign first aired in the summer of 1980–81, notable successes have been achieved, with melanoma rates declining in younger age groups.
Why is the UV high in Australia?
During summer, the Earth’s orbit brings Australia closer to the sun (as compared to Europe during its summer), resulting in an additional 7% solar UV intensity. Coupled with our clearer atmospheric conditions, this means that Australians are exposed to up to 15% more UV than Europeans.
How effective is SunSmart?
A proven track record in preventing cancer and saving lives – it is estimated to have prevented more than 43,000 skin cancers and 1,400 deaths from the disease in Victoria between 1988 and 2011.
How old is Phillip Adams?
83 years (July 12, 1939)Phillip Adams / Age
What teams did Philip Adams play for?
Phillip Matthew Adams (July 20, 1988 – April 8, 2021) was an American football cornerback. He played college football for the South Carolina State Bulldogs and was drafted in the seventh round of the 2010 NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers.
What are the 5 S’s for sun safety?
A good rule of thumb for skin cancer prevention is following the 5 S’s: “Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek, Slide.” The campaign, a cornerstone of Nevada Cancer Coalition’s Sun Smart Nevada program, encourages people to: Slip on a long-sleeved shirt or sun protective clothing.
What is SunSmart message?
The sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation is the major cause of skin cancer. UV damage also causes sunburn, tanning, premature ageing and eye damage. The good news is you can prevent damage – and skin cancer – by being SunSmart.
Why is there no ozone layer in Australia?
The stratospheric ozone layer absorbs the biologically damaging wavelengths of ultraviolet (UV) rays but in the 1970s, Australia’s ozone layer was severely thinned as a consequence of heavy use of ozone-depleting, substances such as chloroflurocarbons (CFCs) and hydro-chloroflurocarbons (HCFCs).
Is Australia under the hole in the ozone layer?
Wrong. It’s a very common misconception, but in fact the ozone hole does not extend over Australia. Ozone depleting substances have resulted in a thinning of ozone above Australia of about five per cent, whereas over Antarctica in spring almost complete loss of ozone is seen in some layers.
What are the 5 S for SunSmart?
For the best protection, use all five SunSmart steps:
- Slip on covering clothing. Choose clothing that covers as much skin as possible, for example, collared shirts with long sleeves.
- Slop on SPF 30 (or higher) broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen.
- Slap on a hat.
- Seek shade.
- Slide on some sunglasses.
What is the best time to get sun for vitamin D in Australia?
Vitamin D and sunshine
However, many Australians do not have adequate vitamin D levels, especially during winter. Required sun exposure times will vary based on season, location, area of skin exposed and skin type. In summer, exposure is best at mid morning or mid afternoon (outside peak UV times).
Which shooter holds the record for most medals won by an Australian at the Commonwealth Games?
Phillip Adams
Phillip Adams (shooting) competed in six Commonwealth Games from Brisbane in 1982 to Manchester in 2002, winning 18 medals, including 7 gold. His total medal haul is the most by any Australian athlete at the Games and equals the most by any athlete, from any country, in Commonwealth Games history.
Who is Patrice Newell married to?
Phillip AdamsPatrice Newell / Spouse
When was Phillip Adams born?
July 20, 1988Phillip Adams / Date of birth
What is the aim of the SunSmart campaign?
Our world-leading SunSmart program is dedicated to reducing skin cancer incidence, morbidity and mortality through a targeted prevention and early detection program.
Is there a hole above Australia?
It’s a very common misconception, but in fact the ozone hole does not extend over Australia. Ozone depleting substances have resulted in a thinning of ozone above Australia of about five per cent, whereas over Antarctica in spring almost complete loss of ozone is seen in some layers.
Does Australia still have an ozone hole?
Despite strict control on these substances after the passing of the 1987 Montreal Protocol, Australia’s ozone still has a long road to recovery to reach its original levels. Full recovery of the ozone layer is not expected until at least the end of this century, if not well in to the next one.
Why is Australia’s UV so high?
Dr Ahmad Hasanien, a skin cancer expert explained that ‘During summer, the Earth’s orbit brings Australia closer to the sun, resulting in an additional 7% solar UV intensity. Coupled with our clearer atmospheric conditions, this means that Australians are exposed to up to 15% more UV than Europeans’.
What are signs of low vitamin D?
Symptoms of vitamin D deficiency may include:
- Fatigue.
- Not sleeping well.
- Bone pain or achiness.
- Depression or feelings of sadness.
- Hair loss.
- Muscle weakness.
- Loss of appetite.
- Getting sick more easily.
Can you get vitamin D through clothes?
UVB Absorption
Blocking UVB rays can occur through clothing as well as through the use of sunscreen. In both cases, your level of vitamin D production will be diminished.
Are Commonwealth medals real gold?
The gold medals awarded to the winning athletes are not made of gold. It is only gold plated. However, silver and bronze medals are made entirely of silver and copper. Meanwhile, in the Commonwealth Games 2022, the Indian team has so far won a total of 55 medals including 18 gold, 15 silver and 22 bronze medals.
Who has the most gold in Commonwealth Games?
Total 7. Rhodesia and Nyasaland no longer compete at the Commonwealth Games. Silver 2. Bronze 1.
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Ranked first in order of gold medals won.
- Australia. Gold 1003.
- England. Gold 773.
- Canada. Gold 510.
- India. Gold 203.
- New Zealand. Gold 179.
- South Africa.
- Scotland.
- Kenya.