This research program undertakes population surveys of Victorians on sun protection knowledge, attitudes and behaviours for the SunSmart program. Results guide the development of public communication messages, identify target audiences and inform program priorities. Current surveys include the semi-regular Summer Sun Protection Survey (Life in AustraliaTM) designed to collect data on knowledge, attitudes and some behaviours related to sun protection and early detection of skin cancer.
CBRC staff
Dr Clover Maitland, Dr Stephanie Cowdery
Collaborators
SunSmart Victoria, Cancer Council Victoria, other State and Territory Cancer Councils
Funding
SunSmart Victoria
Years
1987 - present
Research output for this report
Social Research Centre. Life in AustraliaTM Sun Protection Survey 2019 – Annual Report. Prepared for Cancer Council Victoria and Cancer Council New South Wales. Social Research Centre: Melbourne, Australia, 2019.
