Did you know that:
- Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer. In 1996, more than 62,500 Canadians will develop skin cancer. Anyone born today faces a one in seven risk of developing skin cancer during his or her lifetime.
- Melanoma is the most serious form of skin cancer. The incidence of melanoma in Canada has doubled during the past 20 years.
- Melanoma is one of the most deadly cancers. It can affect people of all ages.
What you can do to help
The Canadian Melanoma Foundation is a non-profit organization. It relies on the generous donations from those who care about improved cancer prevention and cure. You can truly make a difference. Your donation can help us develop better preventive programs and, with more advanced research, a better future for our cancer patients.
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