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FEATURED | January 24, 2025

The Melanoma Research Foundation Announces Rebrand...

Washington, DC (January 27, 2025) – The Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF), the largest independent organization devoted to melanoma, is excited to announce the official ...

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October 6, 2015

Guest Post: Connie’s Story

Guest blogger Connie Popp shares her experience as an ocular melanoma caregiver, advocate and participant in Miles for Melanoma in support of the CURE OM Unite! campaign. 3 Minute Read

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September 4, 2015

World Champion Athlete Joins Fight Against Melanom...

Leanda Cave Partners with the Melanoma Research Foundation to Raise Awareness of the Deadliest Form of Skin Cancer   WASHINGTON, D.C.— Four-time Triathlon World ...

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August 28, 2015

Guest Post: Why I Fight

Guest blogger Frank Nichols shares his story as an ocular melanoma patient, advocate and participant in Miles for Melanoma NYC.

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May 21, 2015

Guest Post: Why I #GetNaked for Melanoma Awareness

Hi, I'm Nicole Serraiocco. I'm a wife, a mother of 3 children and an IRONMAN. Completing the 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride and 26.2 mile marathon was the greate...

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March 23, 2015

Movie Buffs and Melanoma Advocates Combine Forces ...

The Melanoma Research Foundation Announces 4th Annual Miles for Melanoma 5k Run/Walk on the Universal Studios Backlot   Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles, CA, March 23,...

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September 17, 2014

Miles for Melanoma on Good Day Columbus

The MRF's Jena Dickman, Miles for Melanoma Event Coordinator, appeared on Good Day Columbus on September 18 to educate viewers about melanoma and share details about th...

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August 29, 2014

FDA Approves Pembrolizumab for Advanced Melanoma

Statement from Tim Turnham, Executive Director, Melanoma Research Foundation   Today the FDA approved Keytruda (pembrolizumab), a new treatment for advanced melan...

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April 9, 2014

Third Annual Miles for Melanoma 5K Run/Walk at Uni...

Register today for the MRF’s third annual Miles for Melanoma 5k Run/Walk, to be held at Universal Studios on May 4, 2014.

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January 31, 2014

Guest Post: Running Against Melanoma

The MRF’s National Director of the Miles for Melanoma Program, Carolyn Edrington, shares her thoughts on charity running and the role it plays in making a difference ...

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May 8, 2013

Atlanta Braves First Baseman Highlights Importance...

  Atlanta Braves First Baseman Highlights Importance of Skin and Sun Safety During Melanoma Awareness Month  The Melanoma Research Foundation partners with Freddi...

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April 11, 2013

Sheryl and Rob Lowe to Co-Chair MRF Miles for Mela...

  Universal Pictures, Pale Girl SPEAKS and the Melanoma Research Foundation Announce 2nd Annual Event at Universal Studios on May 4th with Sponsors including the Style...

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September 26, 2012

Melanoma Research Foundation Provides Free Skin Ch...

  Dermatologist-led screenings help spot potential skin cancers early in athletes who often train in the sun WASHINGTON, D.C. — IRONMAN athletes expect to face m...

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Apr 26, 2025 - Apr 27, 2025

Eyes on a Cure: Ocular Melanoma Patient & Caregiver Symposium

May 10, 2025

The Ohio State University Patient and Caregiver Symposium

May 30, 2025 - Jun 03, 2025

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Oct 25, 2025

CURE OM Global Science Meeting

May 17, 2025

Mayo Clinic Patient and Caregiver Symposium

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Mela-No-More Golf Tournament

May 10, 2025

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