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Learn More About Melanoma

Melanoma is the most serious cancer of the skin. Several different types of melanoma have been identified including cutaneous melanoma, mucosal melanoma, ocular melanoma and metastatic melanoma.

Learn more about CURE OM, the MRF’s new initiative focusing on ocular melanoma patients and their families


Causes of Melanoma

Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays, family history, genentic and environmental factors potential causes of melanoma.

Melanoma Detection & Diagnosis

Monitoring your moles plays a critical role in detecting melanoma.

Treatment for Melanoma

The treatment for melanoma varies depending on the stage of your diagnosis.

Melanoma Doctors & Your Treatment Team

Throughout your treatment it is important to communicate your feelings, expectations and questions about your treatment to your doctor.

Recent Melanoma News

Keep up-to-date with the latest melanoma news.