[CLOSED] Win a Cancer Society Sunscreen Pack

Win a Cancer Society Sunscreen Pack - Just as a spoonful of sugar can help the medicine go down, a mere 5ml of sunscreen (per adult-sized limb) can ensure we stay safe under the summer sun. So, to make sure some of the most vulnerable Kiwis are protected, The Cancer Society is giving away more than 100,000 tubes of its SPF50+ sunscreen to early childhood centres, primary and intermediate schools nationwide. Fiona Mawley, manager of the society’s Daffodil Enterprises, says the intention behind this programme is to help ensure children stay SunSmart this summer. “We are hoping to encourage schools to place a strong focus on educating children about sun protection – reducing sun exposure, wearing protective clothing and of course, using sunscreen,” she says. “Skin cancer is alarmingly common and yet largely preventable. Both New Zealand and Australia have the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. “It’s so important to us that children know how to protect themselves, and by doing so, help reduce the incidence of this awful disease.” She adds that sunburn in childhood increases the risk of melanoma in later life. The society is sending its sunscreen to ‘SunSmart Schools’. To become accredited in this respect, schools must have shaded play areas, policies to ensure children wear hats outdoors, have sunscreen available, and are committed to educating the school community about the risks of UV radiation and the importance of skin protection. More information for schools wishing to become SunSmart is available at sunsmartschools.org.nz. Thanks to the good folk at the Cancer Society, EastLife has a sunscreen pack (includes: 200ml Kids Pure and 100ml Everyday) up for grabs! To be in to win, simply complete the form below. One entry per person/email address; Winner notified by phone or email. Entries close January 31, 2016.

This competition closes on Sunday, 31 January 2016 at 11:59 PM AEST.