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Skin Cancer Buttons and Badges

You can copy and paste the code to embed these buttons and badges in your Web site, social network profile, or blog. You may also find additional shareable graphics on the Skin Cancer Prevention Progress Report page.

Protect All the Skin You’re In

Protect all the skin you’re in. Use a Layered Approach for Sun Protection. Sunscreen works best when used with shade or clothes, and it must be re-applied every 2 hours and after swimming, sweating, or toweling off. Wear a hat, sunglasses, and protective clothing to shield skin. Use broad spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 15 to protect exposed skin. Seek shade, especially during midday hours.
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Protect all the skin you’re in. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, but most skin cancers can be prevented! Every year, nearly 5 million people are treated for skin cancer at a cost of more than $8 billion, and there are about 76,000 new cases of and 9,000 deaths from melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer.
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Protect all the skin you’re in. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays—from the sun or from artificial sources like tanning beds—is the most common cause of skin cancer. Anyone, no matter their skin tone, can get skin cancer.
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Protect all the skin you’re in. Enjoy the Outdoors!
Being physically active outside is healthy and can help prevent conditions like obesity. But it’s important to be sun smart when playing and working outdoors.
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Schools Can Help Protect Children from Skin Cancer



It’s Easy to Protect Yourself from UV Exposure

Wear Sun Protective Clothing


Seek Shade


Use Sunscreen


Ask About Sun Protection at Your Job


Easy Steps to Protect Yourself from UV Exposure


Easy Choices Can Help Save Your Life


You Can Have Fun and Prevent Skin Cancer Too


The Burning Truth

A Base Tan Is Not a Safe Tan

A Base Tan Is Not a Safe Tan

A Base Tan Is Not a Safe Tan

Controlled Tanning Is Not Safe Tanning

Controlled Tanning Is Not Safe Tanning

Controlled Tanning Is Not Safe Tanning

Tanned Skin Is Not Healthy Skin

Tanned Skin Is Not Healthy Skin

Tanned Skin Is Not Healthy Skin

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