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Enjoy The Sun Safely This Summer, Says Isle Of Wight Campaign Zoe’s Law

Facebook: Zoe's Law

An Isle of Wight campaign, set up in memory of a young mum who died of skin cancer, is urging people to be safe in the sun this summer.

Zoe’s Law used its Facebook page to tell followers about a revolutionary product from Boots Soltan — a UV Detection Sticker, which tells suncream users when it’s time to reapply.

As temperatures continue to soar this weekend, Zoe's Law says it’s imperative we teach our children how to enjoy the sun safely.

These stickers will help users keep skin well protected from the sun, by changing colour when the UV protection from suncream has diminished — alerting them to the need to top up.

In a post on Facebook, Zoe’s friend Leah Mussell who runs the account, said:

"I recently discovered these clever UV stickers. They're applied once a day and last a whole day. You apply sunscreen over the top and it changes to clear.

"When the sticker senses UV rays getting through to your skin, it changes colour to alert you. This has been really enlightening in terms of the effectiveness of various sunscreens. These are available in Boots!"

Parents have described the new product as a ‘brilliant idea’, saying they’re often not sure when it’s time to top up.

Zoe’s Law was founded in 2020 after 26-year-old Zoe Panayi died, despite seeking help for an ‘itchy’ mole on numerous occasions.

Following Zoe's death, her friends and family launched a petition to ensure all moles and skin tags removed, are tested.

As previously reported by Isle of Wight Radio, the petition has so far been signed by more than 32,000 people and Isle of Wight MP Bob Seely has said he plans to escalate it to Parliament.

An investigation was subsequently launched following Zoe's death. 

The CCG would not comment on the outcome of the investigation when approached. However, it did say it has since put in place new measures.

As part of changes, GP locations on the Isle of Wight now have access to new dermatology testing technology.

The system allow GPs to use mobile Teledermoscopy to send images of moles to other health professionals across the country.

Through the platform, doctors are said to be able to diagnose and recommend treatment quicker.

You can find out more about Zoe's Law at https://www.facebook.com/zoepanayilaw.

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