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May is Melanoma Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness for the most dangerous form of skin cancer. While it accounts for only a small percentage of skin cancer cases, melanoma is responsible for the majority of skin cancer deaths. That's why awareness and early detection are critical to improving survival rates.
This annual observance allows Melanoma Canada to educate the public about the risk factors associated with melanoma, the importance of early detection, and ways to prevent melanoma and skin cancer.
With a mission to provide support, education, and advocacy for the melanoma and skin cancer community, Melanoma Canada’s vision is to have ZERO melanoma skin cancer related deaths in Canada.
To help achieve this vision, join us this month in raising awareness about melanoma and skin cancer by getting involved and sharing informative articles, graphics, and videos on your social media accounts and including #MelanomaAwarenessMonth @MelanomaCanada.
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HERE’S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED: | | |
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All Month Long
EDUCATE YOURSELF AND OTHERS ABOUT MELANOMA & SKIN CANCER
Melanoma and skin cancer are among the most common types of cancers affecting Canadians each year. In fact, 1 in 3 cancers diagnosed in Canada is a form of skin cancer. This year, an alarming 89,000 Canadians will receive a melanoma or skin cancer diagnosis. And tragically, 4 Canadians will lose their life to melanoma.
By educating yourself about melanoma and skin cancer, you can take an active role in promoting your own health. We encourage you to visit the Melanoma Canada Website to learn more about melanoma and skin cancer.
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All Summer Long
HOP ABOARD CANADA'S FIRST MOLE MOBILE
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The first of its kind in Canada, the Mole Mobile will conduct life-saving skin checks for a minimum of five summers across major Canadian cities with long wait times to see a dermatologist, as well as underserved communities, rural areas, and Indigenous regions.
With the partnership and support of the Canadian Dermatology Association, CDA member Dermatologists from each province will be on board to conduct over 25,000 skin cancer screenings each summer, with the goal of speeding up diagnosis, which is vital to improving outcomes for patients.
This summer, we invite you to hop aboard the Mobile Mobile as it travels across Ontario. Book your FREE skin check today at a nearby location.
If you're interested in discovering more about our Mole Mobile initiative, booking a free skin check, or making a direct donation, please visit our website at molemobile.ca.
Follow our Mole Mobile as it travels across Ontario at #MoleMobile @MelanomaCanada.
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Join us for Canada's largest walk that supports the melanoma and skin cancer community on Sunday, May 28th where participants are encouraged to walk outside Peak UV hours between 3 PM - 5 PM local time.
Not registered yet? By registering, you will be raising awareness and supporting initiatives that provide the melanoma and skin cancer community with education and support services
Register between now and May 3rd to receive 50% off Registration (regular price $35) by using Promo Code: 50OFF. If you choose to raise $125, your registration will be FREE.
Once you are registered, you can start fundraising! Don’t miss out on this chance to make an impact as we work towards our vision for zero melanoma and skin cancer related deaths.
To begin raising awareness about this event, be sure to follow us on social media @melanomacanada and include #stridesformelanoma to increase visibility.
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JOIN OUR SUNSET CELEBRATION | |
Join us after your walk in Toronto from 6 PM -10 PM (ET) for the Sunset Strides Walk Celebration, an outdoor evening celebration at a private residence on the Bridle Path. Purchase your ticket today. | |
Why is Black the Colour of Melanoma?
Black is the colour associated with melanoma awareness because melanoma is a type of skin cancer that often appears as a dark or black spot on the skin. By using black as the color for melanoma awareness, it helps to emphasize the importance of early detection and prevention of this deadly disease.
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Educate Yourself
It's Melanoma Awareness Month
As we enter Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month, it's important to think about how we can support and advocate for those affected by melanoma and skin cancer. This year, 89,000 Canadians will be diagnosed with melanoma and skin cancer. Each day, 22 individuals in Canada receive a diagnosis of melanoma, and four individuals in Canada lose their lives to melanoma.
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WIN BIG FOR SKIN CANCER! PURCASE YOUR 50/50 TICKETS
Help bring free life-saving skin cancer screening to communities across Canada. Get your 50/50 ticket and help fund the Mole Mobile.
Ticket sales will go live online on Monday May 1, 2023 at 9:00 AM and end Sunday May 28, 2023 11:59 PM.
For Ontario residents only
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SELF ASSESSMENT SWIM SUIT | |
May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and today North American creative agency No Fixed Address launched its creation — the Self-Assessment Suit — in partnership with Melanoma Canada. The suit comes in either a one-piece bikini or swim trunks.
The limited-edition swimsuits are the first-ever wearables designed to educate on the early detection of melanoma. The suit’s custom pattern is inspired by the ABCDEs (five characteristics) people should look for when assessing their moles: asymmetry, border, color, diameter, and evolving. With its rad, eye-catching, '90s-era design
Those interested in securing the limited edition swimsuits should follow @MelanomaCanada on Instagram to be amongst the first with access to the exclusive drop. As we inch closer to a fun-in-the-sun summer, the Self-Assessment Suit gives you rad attire to impress at your next pool party or beach day and brings awareness to everyone around to be safe and aware while in the sun.
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Keep You Educated and Informed – Melanoma Canada offers a variety of educational and informative resources including:
- Melanoma and Skin Cancer Information Sessions
- Patient Education Video Library
- Publications for Patients and Caregivers
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Phone and Email Support
Available Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm EST. We aim to respond to all inquires within 48 hours. All calls and emails and are confidential. For support call 905.901.5121 x112 or 1.877.560.8035 x112 or email support@melanomanetwork.ca.
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Cancer Coaching
Being diagnosed with cancer can be a life altering experience for many people that often pushes someone to a place of unwanted changes in their lives. Meeting with a Cancer Coach can provide one-on-one support to help identify areas of desired change, set goals and make an agreed upon plan to work towards that change.
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Peer-to-Peer Support Program
The Peer-to-Peer Patient Support Program provides an opportunity for new patients, caregivers, or patients with a change in their diagnosis, to connect with another patient who shares a similar path. Be Matched with a Peer Volunteer!
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Virtual Support Groups
Melanoma Canada offers a variety of support groups for patients, caregivers, and grief.
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YORKVILLE EXOTIC CAR SHOW
FATHER'S DAY | SUNDAY JUNE 18, 2023 | NOON-5PM
Walk the red carpet and see classic & exotic cars, including porsche, ferrari, lamborghini, aston martin, american, super cars and more.
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Mothers Day Ecards are Here!
Schedule a personalized ecard for just $5, plus receive a tax receipt.
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Donate to the Mole Mobile - Skin Cancer Screening Unit | |
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GET INVOLVED
Donate, fundraise, join, or host an event, or volunteer today and help bring hope and support to all.
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May 2 - Mole Mobile, Yonge-Dundas Square
May 5- Mole Mobile, Pembroke, ON
May 10 - Mole Mobile, Algonquins of Pikwakanagan
May 13- Mole Mobile, Brockville, ON
May 20 - Mole Mobile, Belleville, ON
May 25 - Mole Mobile Cobourg, ON
May 25 - Mole Mobile, Whitby ON
May 28th - Strides for Melanoma Sunset Edition
June 18th - Yorkville Exotic Car Show
Aug 12 - Sessanta Miglia Car Rally
September 7 - Golf & Grill Vancouver
September 11 - Golf and Grill Toronto
September 21 - Golf and Grill Montreal
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This month, help us support the melanoma and skin cancer community by sharing informative articles, graphics, and videos on your social media accounts and including #MelanomaAwarenessMonth @MelanomaCanada. | | | | |
