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Cancer campaign sees Welsh flag’s dragon replaced by lobster

News | | Published: 11:00, Thursday March 2nd, 2017.
FLYING HIGH: The ‘Don’t Be A Lobster’ campaign was launched on St David’s Day to educate people on the dangers of sunburn
FLYING HIGH: The ‘Don’t Be A Lobster’ campaign was launched on St David’s Day to educate people on the dangers of sunburn

Welsh flags around the country have been transformed as part of a new cancer awareness campaign.

Skin Care Cymru’s ‘Don’t Be a Lobster’ campaign is highlighting the risks of skin cancer by replacing the famous red dragon with a lobster at 30 landmarks around Wales, including Caerphilly’s Visitor Centre.

Chair of Skin Care Cymru, Paul Thomas, said: “It’s vital that people cover-up in the sun and wear sun cream to help protect themselves against skin cancer.”

Dermatologist Dr Avad Mughal added: “Although Wales is often synonymous with rain, even when the sun isn’t shining, the UV rays can penetrate your skin, heightening the risk of various skin cancers.”

For more information visit www.skincarecymru.org

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