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In much of Australia the UV Index reaches 3 or above for most of the year, and all year round in the north. That's the level at which SunSmart recommends sun protection: shade, clothing, a broad-brimmed hat, sunscreen and sunglasses. These guides cover UV parasols, sun-sensitive medicines and staying cooler outdoors.

Start with our Australian guides:

Sun Protection Guides for Australia

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How a UV Umbrella Can Protect Your Family from ...

Sunshine is a wonderful part of our day, providing warmth and light. But those sunny rays also bring along some hidden threats. For families who love spending time outdoors, it's...

How a UV Umbrella Can Protect Your Family from ...

Sunshine is a wonderful part of our day, providing warmth and light. But those sunny rays also bring along some hidden threats. For families who love spending time outdoors, it's...

World Health Day 2025

Melanoma and UV Exposure: The Deadly Connection

Melanoma is unlike most cancers. It can appear on skin you rarely think about — the back of your neck, underneath a toenail, on a patch of skin that never...

Melanoma and UV Exposure: The Deadly Connection

Melanoma is unlike most cancers. It can appear on skin you rarely think about — the back of your neck, underneath a toenail, on a patch of skin that never...

Understanding UV Index

Understanding the UV Index: Protect Yourself fr...

At UV-Blocker, we’re dedicated to helping you stay safe from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. One of the best tools for sun protection is understanding the UV Index—a simple yet...

Understanding the UV Index: Protect Yourself fr...

At UV-Blocker, we’re dedicated to helping you stay safe from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. One of the best tools for sun protection is understanding the UV Index—a simple yet...

African Americans face a higher risk for certain cancers

African Americans face a higher risk for certai...

As we celebrate Black History Month, UV-Blocker recognizes the importance of health awareness in the Black community. African Americans face a higher risk for certain cancers, making early detection and...

African Americans face a higher risk for certai...

As we celebrate Black History Month, UV-Blocker recognizes the importance of health awareness in the Black community. African Americans face a higher risk for certain cancers, making early detection and...

Protect Your Eyes from Harmful UV Rays

Protect Your Eyes from Harmful UV Rays

Protect Your Eyes from Harmful UV Rays: The UV-Blocker Advantage Against Ocular Cancer Risks When you think about protecting your eyes, what comes to mind? Sunglasses? Regular eye exams? While...

Protect Your Eyes from Harmful UV Rays

Protect Your Eyes from Harmful UV Rays: The UV-Blocker Advantage Against Ocular Cancer Risks When you think about protecting your eyes, what comes to mind? Sunglasses? Regular eye exams? While...

How Outdoor Exercise Prevents Cancer

How Outdoor Exercise Prevents Cancer

Balancing Outdoor Sports and Skin Cancer Risk: How to Stay Safe and Reap the Benefits of Exercise Outdoor sports are a great way to stay active and maintain a healthy...

How Outdoor Exercise Prevents Cancer

Balancing Outdoor Sports and Skin Cancer Risk: How to Stay Safe and Reap the Benefits of Exercise Outdoor sports are a great way to stay active and maintain a healthy...