Skin Check Vouchers

All 2023 skin check vouchers are now allocated. We will release 1,000 more in early October 2024.

Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in New Zealand. A generous bequest from Mr David Blunt has made it possible for the Cancer Society Nelson Tasman to offer skin check vouchers to the Nelson Tasman region.

Please contact your local GP to access a voucher if you believe you are high risk or if you have the following:

  • A mole, freckle or spot that has changed in size, thickness, shape, colour or has started to bleed.
  • Lots of moles
  • A family history of melanoma
  • History of sunburn throughout life, especially during childhood
  • Skin that burns easily
  • Spend a lot of time working or playing outdoors

Find out about Skin Cancer

Read our Position Statement on Primary Prevention of Skin Cancer here

All 2023 skin check vouchers are now assigned.
We will release 1,000 more in early October 2024.

This generous provision stems from a heartfelt bequeath by David Blunt. His dedicated wish was to enhance access to skin checks for Nelson and Tasman residents using the funds he provided. We are profoundly grateful for David Blunt's enduring legacy.

A reminder to voucher recipients that these vouchers expire on March 31, 2024.

In Memory of David Blunt

David Blunt, who left a bequest for skin cancer checks

Skin Check vouchers made possible by a bequest

The skin cancer vouchers are made possible thanks to a bequest from David Blunt. David wanted to ensure that skin checks were more accessible to everyone in his region.

David was a keen tramper, lived the majority of his life in the Nelson region and loved the high sunshine hours and the outdoor opportunities. However, David was also fully aware that that lifestyle came with an increased risk of skin cancer.

David had a close relationship with the Nelson/Tasman branch of the Cancer Society and he strongly believed in the work we do in our community.

Accordingly, it was his wish that the Cancer Society Nelson Tasman was able to provide skin cancer check vouchers annually to give people ready access to skin cancer checks.

The Cancer Society Nelson Tasman will provide 1000 vouchers issued per year to locals.