Join a Patient Symposium!
Learn about the latest developments in melanoma research and treatment at FREE patient symposia held in partnership with leading healthcare centers across the US. Click here to see upcoming meetings and register today.
Awareness
Increasing Mucosal Melanoma Awareness
This March, we are sharing patient stories, free education materials and support resources to increase awareness of this rare melanoma subtype. Learn more and help bring mucosal melanoma #OutOfTheShadows today.
Research
Apply Today for a Mid-Career Bridge Grant
Research
Apply Today for a Mid-Career Bridge Grant
Mid-Career Bridge Grants support researchers who are revising NIH R01 funding requests that were scored, but not funded. View the RFP for additional details and apply by April 14.
RESEARCH
Major Melanoma Treatment Advancement
Research
Major Melanoma Treatment Advancement
Announcing a major treatment advancement: neoadjuvant + adjuvant pembrolizumab in resectable stage IIIB and IV melanoma.
Awareness
Melanoma in Skin of Color
Although melanoma is relatively uncommon in people of color, when it occurs it is often diagnosed in later stages and is more difficult to treat. Here’s what you need to know about melanoma in skin of color.
Miles for Melanoma
Join a Miles for Melanoma 5k!
Join melanoma patients, survivors, caregivers and supporters in cities across the US to walk, run and raise life-saving funds for melanoma research. Find a run/walk near you and register your team today!
Join Us In Our Mission To Cure Melanoma
The MRF’s mission is to eradicate melanoma by accelerating medical RESEARCH while EDUCATING to and ADVOCATING for the melanoma community.
Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer.
Melanoma claims the lives of over 7,000 Americans every year.
Melanoma is the leading cause of cancer death in young women ages 25 – 30 and the second leading cause of cancer death in women ages 30-35.
9 out of 10 cases are considered to be preventable.
Funding Melanoma Research
Funding from The MRF has resulted in:
25 Clinical trials
109 Grants with new collaborations
236 Publications
484 Presentations
Recently Funded Research
Miles for Melanoma DC
May 6, 2023
Kick off the 2023 Miles for Melanoma season with our first run/walk at Yards Park in Washington, DC. Registration is now open – sign up today!
Optimize Your Treatment
Although the MRF cannot recommend a specific doctor, clinic or clinical trial, the Melanoma Treatment Center Finder and Clinical Trial Finder will help you find an experienced melanoma treatment team, as well as give you the opportunity to explore clinical trials. Did you know that clinical trials are often viewed as the best treatment option for Stage II, III and IV melanoma patients?
Please remember to use this information as a starting point in your search for a healthcare team that best meets your needs. All information regarding your treatment should be discussed with your healthcare professional.
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Patient
Resources
The MRF is committed to providing the most up-to-date education and support resources for melanoma patients and their loved ones.
