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Spotlight on Skin Cancer NZ newsletter

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Catch up on our monthly newsletter, 'Spotlight on Skin Cancer NZ' and stay connected with the recent research, upcoming events and opportunities to contribute to our work.

Current edition

In the April edition of Spotlight, you'll find:

  • The latest on the NZ Skin Cancer Summit.
  • A reminder of the Skin Cancer NZ AGM (19 June).
  • Pharmac’s decision to widen funded access to nivolumab and ipilimumab for eligible people with resectable stage IIIB and IV melanoma.
  • HealthCert's webinar replay on melanoma pathophysiology, UVA exposure and prevention.
  • Plus highlights from upcoming events and recent research.
Read the April Spotlight (PDF)

Past editions

March 2026

In the March edition of Spotlight, we shared:

  • The latest on the NZ Skin Cancer Summit - with early bird registration and abstracts closing soon.
  • A save-the-date for the Skin Cancer NZ AGM (19 June).
  • Updates on our rebrand, including new email addresses to add to your address book.
  • Plus highlights from upcoming events and recent research.

Read the March Spotlight (PDF)
February 2026

In the February edition of Spotlight, we shared:

  • Updates on our rebrand, including our new look and ways to connect on LinkedIn.
  • How to register for the 2026 New Zealand Skin Cancer Summit (18–20 June).
  • Education opportunities to support confidence in diagnosing skin lesions.
  • A University of Otago webinar recording, SunSmart or SunSlack?, exploring New Zealanders’ attitudes, behaviours, and gaps in understanding around UV protection.

Read the February Spotlight (PDF)
January 2026

In the January edition of Spotlight, we shared:

  • An opportunity to help shape our priorities for 2026.
  • Upcoming learning opportunities from Skin Cancer NZ.
  • A HealthCert webinar replay on skin cancer in skin of colour, exploring diagnostic challenges and common clinical pitfalls.
  • Recent media coverage on sun safety.
  • Other events and research updates.

Read the January Spotlight (PDF)
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