We champion melanoma prevention, detection and patient care for all people in New Zealand.
If melanoma is caught and treated early enough, it is almost always curable.
Support
Our free Counselling Service supports anyone affected by melanoma, including individuals, families, whānau and carers facing the challenges of a new diagnosis, ongoing treatments, or post treatment.
New Zealand has the highest rate of melanoma in the world.
More than 7,200 melanomas are diagnosed in New Zealand every year. More people die from skin cancer than on our roads.
We've discovered over 3,000 suspicious lesions, including suspected melanomas.
We also provide valuable education empowering people to look after their skin.
We aim to save lives every day by raising awareness about melanoma prevention and early detection.
I’d had this particular mole for about 5 years, but because it was on the back of my leg it was hard to see, and I didn’t realise that it had changed. Gill probably saved my life that day.
Thanks to the generosity of our ambassadors, patrons, partners, donors and volunteers
we’re able to help New Zealanders every day.
