Melanoma Awareness Month (New Zealand)
Melanoma New Zealand's October campaign encouraging people to check their skin and get spots looked at early.
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OrganiserMelanoma New Zealand
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Last checked20 October 2026
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About the day
Melanoma Awareness Month is run by Melanoma New Zealand each October, ahead of the summer sun season. It promotes skin checks, sun protection and early detection. New Zealand has one of the highest melanoma rates in the world.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 to 31 October 2026 | New Zealand | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2027 | 1 to 31 October 2027 | New Zealand | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | 1 to 31 October 2028 | New Zealand | Set by a fixed rule |
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