2020 Research Awards Announced
October 5, 2020For more than 20 years, the MRF had advanced the field of melanoma science by supporting researchers studying a broad scientific agenda covering prevention, diagnosis, staging and treatment. This month we are proud to announce the recipients of 2020 Re …
The Melanoma Research Foundation and Dayanara Torres Want You to #GetNaked!
October 1, 2020Washington, DC – October 1, 2020 – The Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) is proud to welcome Dayanara Torres as the newest spokesperson and featured model in its award-winning #GetNaked melanoma awareness campaign. In addition to being a globally reco …
Finn’s Story: A Family’s Story on Fighting Pediatric Melanoma
September 18, 2020Guest blog from Daphne Kiernan, mother of pediatric melanoma warrior Finn. Finn is the youngest of our five children. In July 2018, shortly after his 2nd birthday, we noticed a small red spot on his left hand. We thought it looked like a bug bite. Dur …
Novartis Know Now: Knowing Her BRAF Status was Jordan’s “First Ray of Hope”
September 15, 2020Meet Jordan Ezekiel – a melanoma survivor who was able to benefit from early testing for the BRAF gene mutation. Learn more about Jordan’s incredible journey with melanoma and why it was important for her to Know Now and get tested for the BRAF gene mu …
Sibling Feelings on Pediatric Melanoma
September 14, 2020Guest blogs from Dominic and Patrick Little, brothers of pediatric melanoma warrior Dylan. Written by Dominic Little, age 12 My brother Dylan was born with a rare skin condition called giant congenital melanocytic nevus. It worries me and my moms beca …
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