Cancer Focus Northern Ireland

Bank holiday weekend is here – and its shaping up to be one of the warmest we’ve had in years! ☀️ Don't forget to: 🧴Apply SPF 30+ sunscreen (and reapply every 2 hours!) 🧢Wear a hat and sunglasses ⛱️Seek shade during peak UV hours (11am – 3pm) 💧Stay hydrated @CancerFocusNI

Over exposure to UV rays from the sun can damage your skin and lead to skin cancer. You need to protect your skin by using sunscreen when the UV index is 3 or more, even if it is cool or cloudy 🌥️ To find out more, visit careinthesun.org @CancerFocusNI

If your packing your bag for the Open, don’t forget the sunscreen – those UV rays don’t take a day off. Stay protected and enjoy every swing! ⛳🌥️ Click the link below to find out more. careinthesun.org #BeUVAware @CancerFocusNI

We’re delighted to partner with The R&A to promote sun safety and UV awareness at Royal Portrush during the 153rd Open ☀️ It was also a pleasure to welcome Health Minister Mike Nesbitt, who stopped by for a quick chat—and some sunscreen!

Whether you’re in the stands or on the fairway wear sunscreen, a hat and stay hydrated. Your skin will thank you later.

Have you secured tickets for the Open in Portrush? ⛳ As the players bring the heat on the course, don’t forget to protect your skin from harmful UV rays even if it is cool or cloudy. #UVProtection @CancerFocusNI

This UV Awareness Month we’re reminding those who work outdoors to check the UV level before going to work and to make sure you apply a sun cream, especially between 11am – 3pm when the sun is at its highest. Visit our website for more info: hseni.gov.uk/topics/skin

Honoured to have been re-elected as Chair of this important APG @niassembly supported by @CancerFocusNI we will be continuing to support Cancer Patients, Charities, and researchers providing information to MLA’s and a platform for all matters #Cancer #cancersurvivor

We welcome Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s stance on banning sunbeds in Ireland - a move we believe will save lives. Our skin cancer prevention co-ordinator, Doreen Regan, attended an event in Dublin this week highlighting sunbed use and policy options. thejournal.ie/ban-on-sunbeds…

Applying sunscreen regularly will help protect your skin from harmful UV rays, reduce your risk of skin cancer and prevent premature aging. To find out more, visit careinthesun.org

💜 Living with pancreatic cancer? You’re not alone. NIPANC & @CancerFocusNI are offering faster access to counselling & support for patients & families across NI. 📩 [email protected] 📩 [email protected] 💙 Or speak to your Clinical Nurse Specialist. #PancreaticCancer

50 to 50 Big Summer Support Walk 💙 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸 🌞 in aid of @CancerFocusNI 📅 Saturday 26th July 🕙 9:00am to 3:00pm ▪ Light refreshments to follow at The Glencoy Inn

🏁 Finish Area Fun! 🎉 🍗 Tasty samples from @MoyPark 🩵 @CancerFocusNI will be providing important info about their fantastic services 💅 bbold gifting runner-approved tan! ✨We can’t wait to cheer you over that finish line!

❗Take care in the sun❗ Today is set to have record breaking temperatures across Northern Ireland. When you are out enjoying the sunshine, don’t forget to take care in the sun and protect your skin from harmful UV rays. Check out some of our top tips! 🌞 @CancerFocusNI

CBRE NI & @turnertownsend were thrilled to present @CancerFocusNI with a cheque for £1,970, raised through our efforts in the recent Dragon Boat Race! We're proud to provide funds that will help Cancer Focus NI continue to support individuals & families affected by cancer.💙

Fighting for a Cause 🥊 White Collar Boxing returns to Inver Park on Sat 28 June 💥 In aid of @CancerFocusNI, every punch helps fight cancer ❤️ 🎟️ Get your tickets: bit.ly/3Z3vppE #WeAreLarne #ForTheTown

President of Irish Football Association urges all men to prioritise their health this Men’s Health Week after own cancer diagnosis. Read more: cancerfocusni.org/irish-football…

We’re delighted to welcome one of our speakers Naomi Thompson from @CancerFocusNI to our event at Stormont today. MLAs, partners and guests are here to talk about our new report; ‘Towards a Smoke Free Northern Ireland’ and how together we can achieve this goal.