Type Charity Area served Australia | Headquarters Adelaide, Australia Development Executive Rachael Sporn | |
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Focus Research, improving survival rates for cancer sufferers, preventative measures Website www.melanomaresearch.com.au | ||
The Australian Melanoma Research Foundation is a not-for-profit charity in Australia which "provides funding for research and education into the causes, prevention and cure of melanoma and skin Cancer." Established in 2007, the services that the Foundation provides to the public include a real time measurement of UV levels in Australian cities, free skin checks from qualified doctors at public events, and a staff nurse who can be contacted by email address or phone for information, advice and support.
The Foundation Development Executive is Rachael Sporn, a former pro basketball player who also played on Australia's Olympic team. The Research Director is Brendon Coventry, whose work on a melanoma vaccine has been widely reported in Australian news media.
The Foundation participates in various activities to raise funds and raise awareness of melanoma.