Guest Column: Saved by science — a cancer survivor goes to Washington
A montage of photos from cancer survivor Ken Billett, which he presented at the Melanoma Research Alliance’s 2023 Scientific Retreat. (Courtesy Ken Billett)
Ken Billett
A former school teacher and retired corporate benefits manager, Ken Billett is a nationally-recognized advocate for melanoma research and skin cancer prevention. Ken is also a freelance writer and published author.
“My advocacy work has a purpose. I have a purpose. And as long as I’m able to advocate, I will continue to fight for others with melanoma.”
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