GIVE
The MRF at 25
In 2021, the MRF celebrates 25 years of service to the melanoma community, all made possible by your support. Help us race towards a cure with a tax-deductible gift today.
Advocacy
Advocacy Action Center
Advocacy
Advocacy Action Center
Learn about the latest and most important issues MRF Advocates are working on, and how your voice can make a difference!
How to Help
CommUNITY Fundraisers
How to Help
Host a CommUNITY Fundraiser!
Gatherings and group events will be here again soon. Learn how you can celebrate with family and friends while supporting the melanoma community!
Global Coalition
Global Coalition Launches Voice-Activated ‘Skin Check’ App
Global Coalition
Global Coalition Launches Voice-Activated ‘Skin Check’ App
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Global Coalition for Melanoma Patient Advocacy has launched two skin self-exam tools: A voice-activated ‘Skin Check’ app – Available on both Amazon’s Alexa and the Google Assistant platforms.
Patients & Caregivers
COVID-19 Vaccine and Melanoma
Patients & Caregivers
COVID-19 Vaccine and Melanoma
BREAKING NEWS: SITC Recommendations for COVID-19 Vaccination & Cancer Immunotherapy.
Events
Miles for Melanoma
Events
Miles for Melanoma
The Miles for Melanoma season is here! Check out the full event calendar and register for a run/walk near you today.
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:
22 Clinical trials
83 Grants with new collaborations
204 Publications
409 Presentations
Recent Funded Research Recipients
FEATURED EVENT
Northwest Melanoma Symposium
April 10, 2021
Register today for this free, virtual event hosted in partnership between the MRF and Seattle Cancer Care Alliance!
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.
Patient
Resources
The MRF is committed to providing the most up-to-date education and support resources for melanoma patients and their loved ones.
