Pediatric Melanoma Awareness Month
Click here to learn more tips on sun safe ways from our friend Spot the Dog on how to protect your children’s skin while out in the sun.
Hispanic Heritage Month
Check out our Spanish translated educational resources and videos.
Hispanic Heritage Month
Check out our Spanish translated educational resources and videos.
Be SunAWARE This Summer
Summer is here! Practicing sun safety from a young age promotes a lifetime of healthy skin. Learn more about melanoma prevention and how to protect yourself by being SunAWARE.
Research
Apply for Research Funding
Research
Apply for Research Funding
Applications are now being accepted for 2024 Medical Student Research Grants as well as the inaugural Resident/Fellow Research Grants. Download the Request for Proposals (RFP) and apply today!
Galas
Welcome Andy Cohen to the New York Gala!
Galas
Welcome Andy Cohen to the New York Gala!
Emmy Award-winning host and Executive Producer Andy Cohen returns as emcee of the 22nd Annual NYC Gala. Purchase your tickets today!
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.
