STI testing in emergency contraceptive consultations.

factor also, given the accumulative nature of the skin damage.3 Despite the publicity effort regarding UV sun protection it is likely we will see some semblance of decrease only after knowledge and display of the detrimental effects are openly shared and debated in society. Unfortunately the trend related to sun damaged skin lesions is set to continue. Perhaps a new wave of deterrence such as was taken in the anti-tobacco campaign should be a priority for the health service. The implementation of a universal ultraviolet light prevention programme in places of work and education would create the opportunity to reduce the incidence of morbidity associated with this preventable disease.