SAVING YOUR SKIN
Research | Awareness | Early Detection
The Australian Melanoma Research Foundation (AMRF) is a not-for-profit charity organisation established in 2006 by a group of dedicated volunteers to provide funding for research, awareness and early detection programs.
AMRF also aims to reduce and prevent the incidence of melanoma, known as Australia’s national cancer, by conducting regular education and awareness programs and participating in community events. We have changed outcomes through free spot skin checks at these events
2020 Research Grants have been awarded
The AMRF recently awarded the 2020 research projects. Quality applications were received from around the country to make a very competitive field.
We have been helping to save Australian lives since 2006
Did you know...
MELANOMA
IN AUSTRALIA
EVERY SINGLE
YEAR
MELANOMA
ARE DIAGNOSED
EVERY YEAR
IN AUSTRALIA
CANCER DEATHS
IN AUSTRALIA
ARE FROM
MELANOMA
Fast Facts
Did you know in Australia, 1 person dies from melanoma every 5 hours.
Melanoma is often referred to as ‘Australia’s National Cancer’. AMRF aims to reduce and prevent the incidence of melanoma in Australia.
What is melanoma?
Melanoma is the most severe type of skin cancer. It begins in skin cells called melanocytes. Melanocytes are the cells that make melanin, which gives the skin its colour. Melanin also protects the deeper layers of the skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. When people spend time in the sun, the melanocytes produce more melanin and cause the skin to tan.
What to look for
It is very important to check your skin regularly in order to detect any changes in the SIZE, COLOUR or SHAPE of a mole or skin lesion. An easy way to detect potentially harmful moles or lesions is by using the ABCDE guidlines.
Am I at risk?
Yes. In fact, everyone is at risk, as we are all exposed to the sun. Due to variations in skin types, some people are more at risk than others. Check your risk level below:
Prevention
Your exposure to ultra violet (UV) light from the sun is one of the major risk factors for melanoma that you can control.
How you can help
Here are some ways you can participate with us:
- Host a fundraiser
- Become a regular donor
- Make a bequest
- Volunteer and become part of our life changing work
We support research
The AMRF supports research into melanoma, including prevention and treatment. We specifically support the next generation of melanoma researchers in Australia by providing grants to post-graduate students and early career researchers.
Dr Pablo Garcia Valtanen & Ms Samantha Watson
Cancer Research Institute, Uni of SA