A day at the beach became an opportunity to potentially save lives in Dénia this weekend, as more than 200 people stopped for expert advice on protecting themselves against skin cancer.

Doctors and health professionals swapped consulting rooms for the sand at l’Estanyó beach in Les Marines on Sunday, August 9, as part of the ninth Solar Campaign for the Prevention of Skin Cancer organised by the Ondara branch of the Spanish Association Against Cancer (AECC).

Throughout the morning, holidaymakers and local residents were able to ask questions about sun exposure, learn what changes in their skin they should be looking out for and receive personalised advice on reducing their risk.

More than 200 people visited the information point, making this year’s event one of the campaign’s best-attended editions in recent years.

Taking skin cancer prevention onto the beach

Rather than waiting for people to seek information in a medical setting, the annual campaign takes the message directly to one of the places where sun protection matters most.

Health professionals at the l’Estanyó stand offered guidance on caring for the skin, protecting against harmful solar radiation and recognising possible warning signs that could require further medical attention.

Doctors Ana Morell, Joana Grunayes, Juan Montes and Almudena Monteagudo took part alongside FarmaOndara, providing specialist advice to visitors.

The campaign particularly stressed the importance of early detection of melanoma, encouraging people to become familiar with their own skin and pay attention to changes in moles or suspicious lesions.

Ahead of the event, organisers highlighted three simple precautions: avoiding direct sun exposure between 11am and 5pm, wearing suitable clothing and a hat or cap, and using sunscreen with SPF 50 or higher.

Simple habits can make a difference

The timing of the campaign is particularly relevant during August, when beaches across the Costa Blanca are packed and residents and visitors can spend hours outdoors under the Mediterranean sun.

Organisers used the event to reinforce the message that sun protection should become part of everyday summer life rather than something people think about only after suffering sunburn.

Regularly applying appropriate sunscreen, seeking shade during periods of intense radiation and checking the skin for changes were among the preventative habits promoted during the event.

Mª Carmen Bisquert, president of the AECC’s Ondara branch, welcomed the strong public response, saying the turnout demonstrated growing awareness of the importance of looking after the skin and preventing cancer.

She also stressed that prevention remains one of the most effective tools available and encouraged people to regularly check their moles.

Nine years of raising awareness

Now in its ninth year, the campaign has become a familiar summer health initiative organised by the AECC’s Ondara branch.

This year’s event was held under the slogan “Está protegida, pero su piel no”, roughly meaning “She’s protected, but her skin isn’t”, with the aim of reminding beachgoers that enjoying the sunshine safely requires active protection.

The initiative was supported by Ondara and Dénia councils as well as the Red Cross, with Dénia mayor Rafa Carrió and Ondara mayor José Ramiro visiting the information point during the morning.

Volunteers from the AECC also helped deliver the campaign, which forms part of the organisation’s wider summer efforts to raise awareness of skin cancer and the dangers associated with excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation.

For organisers, attracting more than 200 people was an encouraging sign that the message is getting through.

And with weeks of Mediterranean sunshine still ahead, the advice from l’Estanyó was simple: enjoy the beach, but make protecting your skin as routine as packing your towel.

In August, the charming coastal town of Moraira comes alive with sound during the annual Voramar Street Music Festival, an event designed to bring cultural open-air entertainment to residents and summer visitors alike. This vibrant series of concerts will transform the town’s picturesque streets, historic squares, and seaside avenues into an accessible stage for diverse, local musical talent.

A diverse musical lineup for every taste

Held every August on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursday evenings, the festival offers an eclectic lineup that spans a wide range of genres, ensuring there is something for every musical preference. From the lively rhythms of Dixieland and tropical steelpan bands to soul, latin jazz, swing, and contemporary saxophone ensembles, the performances will each represent a rich variety of artistic styles.

Iconic town squares host intimate summer performances

The Voramar Street Music Festival is particularly special due to its intimate, open-air setting. Rather than taking place in traditional indoor venues, concerts are hosted in special gathering points throughout Moraira. Highlights include performances at the Plaza de la Iglesia, the bustling Calle Dr. Calatayud, Calle La Mar, Avenida de la Paz, and Plaza La Sort. These iconic, idyllic locations in the municipality will allow spectators to enjoy live acoustic and amplified sets framed by the Mediterranean evening breeze, traditional coastal architecture, and Moraira’s vibrant dining scene.

Open-air concerts transform the streets of Moraira: Residents and visitors should not miss out

Whether you choose to listen while taking a relaxed evening stroll through the town centre, sitting at a local café terrace, or gathering directly in front of the stage, this festival will foster a warm, communal atmosphere. It will bridge the gap between artists and audiences, making world-class live performance an integral part of everyday summer life in Teulada-Moraira.

For anyone spending their summer holidays along the Costa Blanca, the Voramar Street Music Festival is a highlight not to be missed. Combining high-quality musical acts with the relaxed charm of a Spanish coastal resort, it offers an enchanting way to experience the charm of Moraira by the warm summer night.