We are proud to be part of the mission that is creating a national skin check program across Australia!
Our partnership with Skin Check Champions is revolutionizing the way we are prioritizing skin health in one of the most affected areas in the world.
Facing The Facts: Skin Cancer in Australia
Due to its geographical location, Australia has a population that is more likely to develop a form of skin cancer. In fact, 2 out of every 3 Australians are affected by skin cancer in their lifetime1. Its proximity to the equator, the thinning of the ozone layer, and a majority population with fair skin makes Australians highly vulnerable. When you combine this with the fact that there is not an official national effort towards the prevention or education of skin cancer, Australians are largely left to their own individual awareness and action to prevent the likelihood.
Here in, the Skin Check Champions
The nonprofit organization came to be when a close friend of theirs, Wes Bonny, passed away from a suspicious mole they didn't know they had at 26 years young. Since then, the Skin Check Champions have worked tirelessly to ensure Australians have the education, resources, and healthcare solutions against the life-threatening disease.