Richard David Kann
Our mission is to save lives through education about the prevention
and early detection of skin cancer, especially melanoma.
The Foundation’s vision is “to educate children throughout the country and give them
the skills necessary to make healthy sun safety choices throughout their lives.”
As the Foundation grows we will continue to advocate for school districts throughout
the country to require sun safety education as part of their curriculum.
Richard David Kann
Richard David Kann was a husband, son, brother uncle and friend. He loved life but his life was too short. He died of melanoma at the age of 45.
We, at the Melanoma Foundation have taken up the fight to prevent others from suffering from this deadly disease so that no one will see any of their loved ones or friends see their lives end too soon.
Please join the fight and help us STOP MELANOMA!!!
Early detection is the answer to this problem. If left untreated, it spreads quickly to vital organs.
If you notice any changes as described in the A B C D E picture below, seek medical attention.
“If you spot it, You can stop it!”
ASYMMETRY:
does not match the other.
BORDERS:
ragged or uneven edges.
EVOLVING:
ANY CHANGE in size, shape, color, elevation or another trait, or any new symptom such as bleeding, itching or crusting. Prompt action is your best protection.
COLORS:
shade or color.
DIAMETER:
eraser are a cause for concern.
Annual visits to a dermatologist can be lifesaving.
Current Events
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RDK Melanoma Foundation Working Towards a Mission
Founder Debbie Schwarzberg shares their mission and projects the foundation is working on in an interview with WPBF.Click Here To View
2025 June Newsletter
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The SunSmart America™ K-12 Curriculum and Resources help promote sun safety education, prevention and early detection of skin cancer.
SunSmart America™ Resources
SunSmart America™ Training
SunSmart America™ Schools
Palm Beach County Teachers
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Contact the Richard David Kann Melanoma Foundation
The Melanoma Foundation is one of the first organizations in the country that has been on the cutting edge of skin cancer preventive education and the only organization in Florida. After extensive review of health education literature, the Foundation selected the successful SunSmart curricula from Australia on which to base its many programs and adapt to local educational standards and environment. The Foundation utilizes SunSmart America™ for grades K-12.
Richard David Kann Melanoma Foundation
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2751 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, Florida 33405