Table 3 Sun protection advice provided, by season, with comparisons between NZ and NSW[18]GPs

Statement

1.To use sun protection at all times during peak UV

55

21

-

-

2. To use sun protection most of the time during peak UV, but to receive some direct sunlight during that time

26

30

-

-

3. Not to use sun protection outside of peak UV times and receive direct sunlight during that time

15

36

-

-

4. Not to use sun protection at any time

*

13

-

-

Has the vitamin D advice you have received in the past 12 months influenced the sun protection advice you now provide?

Now recommend less sun protection

*

29

10

*

No change in sun protection advice

-

-

59

68