Melanoma Survivors at Higher Risk of Other Cancers
March 17, 2010NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – Melanoma survivors are at increased risk of other cancers as well as the return of their skin cancers, according to a new study, leading National Cancer Institute researchers to urge lifelong follow-up of such survivors. Rea …
A Cappella for a Cure: A Concert Benefiting MRF
March 17, 2010What: Carnegie Hall, a historic venue that has featured some of the world’s greatest musicians, will be the venue for the “A Cappella for a Cure.” This performance by groups from three top universities will include unique vocal pieces to benefit the cu …
Experts to Provide Insights at Capitol Hill Briefing Around FDA Hearing on Tanning Beds
March 12, 2010MRF will be hosting a Capitol Hill briefing to discuss the current controversies around indoor tanning and skin cancer with Representatives Carolyn B. Maloney (D-NY), Charlie Dent (R-PA) and Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) on Wednesday, March 24, 2010. The event w …
MRF announces free, telephone helpline
March 12, 2010The Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF), in partnership with CancerCare, is pleased to announce a new, free telephone helpline to assist people diagnosed with melanoma and their loved ones. Funded by the MRF and staffed by CancerCare’s professiona …
MRF Letter to the Editor Published in The New York Times
March 10, 2010The Times published the Melanoma Research Foundation’s (MRF) response to Amy Harmon’s three part series, which called for cooperation and urgency in our efforts to conduct combination trials, and referenced our work to launch the MRF Breakthrough Conso …
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