Melanoma Research Alliance
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Melanoma is relentless and so are we. MRA is the largest nonprofit funder of melanoma research. 100% of donations go to life-saving science. 🔬
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Today, we pause to remember and honor all those impacted by 9/11. Never Forget.
September 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Today, we pause to remember and honor all those impacted by 9/11. Never Forget.
MRA's Chief Science Officer Dr. Joan Levy discusses the significance of Tudriqev's accelerated approval for patients with anti-PD-1-refractory melanoma.
https://www.dermatologytimes.com/view/what-tudriqev-s-approval-means-for-pd-1-refractory-melanoma
https://www.dermatologytimes.com/view/what-tudriqev-s-approval-means-for-pd-1-refractory-melanoma
August 20, 2026 at 9:25 PM
MRA's Chief Science Officer Dr. Joan Levy discusses the significance of Tudriqev's accelerated approval for patients with anti-PD-1-refractory melanoma.
https://www.dermatologytimes.com/view/what-tudriqev-s-approval-means-for-pd-1-refractory-melanoma
https://www.dermatologytimes.com/view/what-tudriqev-s-approval-means-for-pd-1-refractory-melanoma
Alexis Cole was diagnosed with Stage 3 melanoma at only 23 years old. After more than a year of immunotherapy and surgeries, her scans showed no evidence of disease. Now 25, Cole urges young adults to wear sunscreen and get new or changing skin spots checked. https://tinyurl.com/4df5ms9z
July 22, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Alexis Cole was diagnosed with Stage 3 melanoma at only 23 years old. After more than a year of immunotherapy and surgeries, her scans showed no evidence of disease. Now 25, Cole urges young adults to wear sunscreen and get new or changing skin spots checked. https://tinyurl.com/4df5ms9z
Despite being one of the most effective and scientifically proven tools for reducing skin cancer risk, sunscreen has become the target of growing misinformation online.
https://www.menshealth.com/health/a71867310/anti-sunscreen-movement/
https://www.menshealth.com/health/a71867310/anti-sunscreen-movement/
Inside the Rise of the Anti-Sunscreen Movement
Sunscreen is in the middle of a PR crisis, with skeptics claiming it’s hazardous to your health. Experts dismiss the claims as misinformation, but has the damage already been done? MH investigates.
www.menshealth.com
July 16, 2026 at 10:07 PM
Despite being one of the most effective and scientifically proven tools for reducing skin cancer risk, sunscreen has become the target of growing misinformation online.
https://www.menshealth.com/health/a71867310/anti-sunscreen-movement/
https://www.menshealth.com/health/a71867310/anti-sunscreen-movement/
A personalized vaccine for melanoma cut the risk of cancer returning after 5 years. If the vaccine is effective in a late-stage trial, it would be “paradigm-shifting,” one expert said.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/cancer/personalized-vaccine-melanoma-cut-risk-cancer-returning-five-years-rcna347424
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/cancer/personalized-vaccine-melanoma-cut-risk-cancer-returning-five-years-rcna347424
A personalized vaccine for melanoma cut the risk of cancer returning after five years
If the vaccine is effective in a late-stage trial, it would be “paradigm-shifting,” one expert said.
www.nbcnews.com
July 7, 2026 at 10:00 PM
A personalized vaccine for melanoma cut the risk of cancer returning after 5 years. If the vaccine is effective in a late-stage trial, it would be “paradigm-shifting,” one expert said.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/cancer/personalized-vaccine-melanoma-cut-risk-cancer-returning-five-years-rcna347424
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/cancer/personalized-vaccine-melanoma-cut-risk-cancer-returning-five-years-rcna347424
You remembered to apply sunscreen. 👏 Now remember the part most people forget: reapply. Your first application is important. Your second (and third) matter too.
June 26, 2026 at 6:20 PM
You remembered to apply sunscreen. 👏 Now remember the part most people forget: reapply. Your first application is important. Your second (and third) matter too.
As the summer holidays begin, Don't Fry Day is one to remember all season long. You'll be thankful you did!
May 22, 2026 at 4:02 PM
As the summer holidays begin, Don't Fry Day is one to remember all season long. You'll be thankful you did!
Today is National Sun Responsibly Day!
About 90% of all skin cancers, including melanoma, are directly related to exposure to UV from the sun. Fortunately, you can dramatically reduce your risk by choosing, applying, and reapplying the right sunscreen.
About 90% of all skin cancers, including melanoma, are directly related to exposure to UV from the sun. Fortunately, you can dramatically reduce your risk by choosing, applying, and reapplying the right sunscreen.
May 18, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Today is National Sun Responsibly Day!
About 90% of all skin cancers, including melanoma, are directly related to exposure to UV from the sun. Fortunately, you can dramatically reduce your risk by choosing, applying, and reapplying the right sunscreen.
About 90% of all skin cancers, including melanoma, are directly related to exposure to UV from the sun. Fortunately, you can dramatically reduce your risk by choosing, applying, and reapplying the right sunscreen.
Every melanoma journey is different - but no one should walk it alone.
Join us on May 20 at 6PM ET for a special gathering where those touched by melanoma can share their story, listen, connect, and find community.
Registration is highly encouraged: https://tinyurl.com/yd5s6as7
Join us on May 20 at 6PM ET for a special gathering where those touched by melanoma can share their story, listen, connect, and find community.
Registration is highly encouraged: https://tinyurl.com/yd5s6as7
May 13, 2026 at 7:10 PM
Every melanoma journey is different - but no one should walk it alone.
Join us on May 20 at 6PM ET for a special gathering where those touched by melanoma can share their story, listen, connect, and find community.
Registration is highly encouraged: https://tinyurl.com/yd5s6as7
Join us on May 20 at 6PM ET for a special gathering where those touched by melanoma can share their story, listen, connect, and find community.
Registration is highly encouraged: https://tinyurl.com/yd5s6as7
Happy National Nurses Week! Today we honor nurses and the critical role they serve on oncology teams. From diagnosis through treatment and survivorship, their expertise and patient-centered care make a lasting difference for those facing melanoma. Thank you for your dedication, skill and compassion.
May 12, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Happy National Nurses Week! Today we honor nurses and the critical role they serve on oncology teams. From diagnosis through treatment and survivorship, their expertise and patient-centered care make a lasting difference for those facing melanoma. Thank you for your dedication, skill and compassion.
What does the average American know about sunscreen? How often do they use sunscreen when outside? See the results of an MRA-led consumer study on sunscreen knowledge and habits. https://www.curemelanoma.org/blog/59-of-americans-worry-about-sunscreen-chemicals-only-32-understand-how-sunscreen-works
May 11, 2026 at 4:01 PM
What does the average American know about sunscreen? How often do they use sunscreen when outside? See the results of an MRA-led consumer study on sunscreen knowledge and habits. https://www.curemelanoma.org/blog/59-of-americans-worry-about-sunscreen-chemicals-only-32-understand-how-sunscreen-works
Patients are participating. The science is waiting. Together we can cure melanoma.
All new gifts to MRA in May are matched and 100% goes directly towards funding research. Learn more at curemelanoma.org/may26
All new gifts to MRA in May are matched and 100% goes directly towards funding research. Learn more at curemelanoma.org/may26
May 5, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Patients are participating. The science is waiting. Together we can cure melanoma.
All new gifts to MRA in May are matched and 100% goes directly towards funding research. Learn more at curemelanoma.org/may26
All new gifts to MRA in May are matched and 100% goes directly towards funding research. Learn more at curemelanoma.org/may26
MRA is investing $18.4M in new melanoma research, supporting 30 projects and global collaboration! Learn more: curemelanoma.org/26grants & help accelerate this work while all new May gifts are matched: curemelanoma.org/may26
May 4, 2026 at 4:30 PM
MRA is investing $18.4M in new melanoma research, supporting 30 projects and global collaboration! Learn more: curemelanoma.org/26grants & help accelerate this work while all new May gifts are matched: curemelanoma.org/may26
This Melanoma Awareness Month, we are keeping up the momentum in the fight against melanoma.
Every new gift to MRA in May will be matched, and 100% of donations go directly to life-saving research. Double your impact and help fund breakthroughs.
Visit curemelanoma.org/may26
Every new gift to MRA in May will be matched, and 100% of donations go directly to life-saving research. Double your impact and help fund breakthroughs.
Visit curemelanoma.org/may26
May 2, 2026 at 4:00 PM
This Melanoma Awareness Month, we are keeping up the momentum in the fight against melanoma.
Every new gift to MRA in May will be matched, and 100% of donations go directly to life-saving research. Double your impact and help fund breakthroughs.
Visit curemelanoma.org/may26
Every new gift to MRA in May will be matched, and 100% of donations go directly to life-saving research. Double your impact and help fund breakthroughs.
Visit curemelanoma.org/may26
Melanoma Awareness Month kicks off TOMORROW and MRA has a ton of exciting things planned. We hope to see you there!
See what's on the agenda and learn more about how to get involved: https://www.curemelanoma.org/blog/melanoma-awareness-month-ways-to-get-involved-2
See what's on the agenda and learn more about how to get involved: https://www.curemelanoma.org/blog/melanoma-awareness-month-ways-to-get-involved-2
April 30, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Melanoma Awareness Month kicks off TOMORROW and MRA has a ton of exciting things planned. We hope to see you there!
See what's on the agenda and learn more about how to get involved: https://www.curemelanoma.org/blog/melanoma-awareness-month-ways-to-get-involved-2
See what's on the agenda and learn more about how to get involved: https://www.curemelanoma.org/blog/melanoma-awareness-month-ways-to-get-involved-2
Updated 5-year data show that tebentafusp (KIMMTRAK) helps patients with metastatic uveal melanoma live longer than other treatments. Notably, twice as many patients were alive at five years. https://www.cancernetwork.com/view/tebentafusp-yields-favorable-5-year-os-data-in-hla-a-02-01-uveal-melanoma
April 20, 2026 at 9:05 PM
Updated 5-year data show that tebentafusp (KIMMTRAK) helps patients with metastatic uveal melanoma live longer than other treatments. Notably, twice as many patients were alive at five years. https://www.cancernetwork.com/view/tebentafusp-yields-favorable-5-year-os-data-in-hla-a-02-01-uveal-melanoma
Led by researchers from the Boston VA, Brigham and Women’s, & MRA, a study of US vets found a possible link b/w Agent Orange exposure and acral melanoma. https://www.usmedicine.com/clinical-topics/toxic-exposure/risk-of-relatively-rare-melanoma-subtype-linked-to-agent-orange-exposure-in-veterans/
Risk of Relatively Rare Melanoma Subtype Linked to Agent Orange Exposure in Veterans - U.S. Medicine
A rare melanoma skin cancer subtype which is less likely to be associated with sun exposure has now been linked to contact with Agent Orange.
www.usmedicine.com
April 16, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Led by researchers from the Boston VA, Brigham and Women’s, & MRA, a study of US vets found a possible link b/w Agent Orange exposure and acral melanoma. https://www.usmedicine.com/clinical-topics/toxic-exposure/risk-of-relatively-rare-melanoma-subtype-linked-to-agent-orange-exposure-in-veterans/
From Stage 4 to the Slopes: How TIL Therapy Gave One Patient His Life Back via @cityofhope.bsky.social www.cityofhope.org/stories-of-h...
From Stage 4 to the Slopes: How TIL Therapy Gave One Patient His Life Back
Ken Herich survived stage 4 melanoma after getting several treatments, including TIL thera-py. Learn his story.
www.cityofhope.org
April 14, 2026 at 8:42 PM
From Stage 4 to the Slopes: How TIL Therapy Gave One Patient His Life Back via @cityofhope.bsky.social www.cityofhope.org/stories-of-h...
A study suggests that AI may soon play a larger role in melanoma detection. However, researchers caution more rigorous testing is still necessary before widespread adoption. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/dermatologists-ai-support-highest-melanoma-diagnostic-performance-cancer-detection
Melanoma: AI shows promise, but real-world use raises questions
A new study suggests that AI performs on par with dermatologists in melanoma detection. However, dermatologists assisted by AI performed best, indicating that AI could serve as a valuable tool to assist, rather than replace, clinicians.
www.medicalnewstoday.com
April 13, 2026 at 4:10 PM
A study suggests that AI may soon play a larger role in melanoma detection. However, researchers caution more rigorous testing is still necessary before widespread adoption. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/dermatologists-ai-support-highest-melanoma-diagnostic-performance-cancer-detection
The FDA recently approved a new, potentially more convenient way to receive Opdivo: by subcutaneous injection. We talked to Dr. Roxana Dronca, Director, Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center https://www.curemelanoma.org/blog/a-new-more-convenient-way-to-receive-opdivo-subcutaneous-administration
April 8, 2026 at 6:05 PM
The FDA recently approved a new, potentially more convenient way to receive Opdivo: by subcutaneous injection. We talked to Dr. Roxana Dronca, Director, Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center https://www.curemelanoma.org/blog/a-new-more-convenient-way-to-receive-opdivo-subcutaneous-administration
In a recent interview on Generation AI with Derek Staahl, MRA President & COO Stephanie Kauffman shares how artificial intelligence has the potential to shape melanoma care.
Watch the full interview: https://www.azfamily.com/2026/04/02/how-ai-is-changing-odds-melanoma-patients/
Watch the full interview: https://www.azfamily.com/2026/04/02/how-ai-is-changing-odds-melanoma-patients/
April 6, 2026 at 6:01 PM
In a recent interview on Generation AI with Derek Staahl, MRA President & COO Stephanie Kauffman shares how artificial intelligence has the potential to shape melanoma care.
Watch the full interview: https://www.azfamily.com/2026/04/02/how-ai-is-changing-odds-melanoma-patients/
Watch the full interview: https://www.azfamily.com/2026/04/02/how-ai-is-changing-odds-melanoma-patients/
Join us next week for this informative discussion! Learn more and don't forget to register: curemelanoma.org/meetup
April 3, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Join us next week for this informative discussion! Learn more and don't forget to register: curemelanoma.org/meetup
Prevention and early detection for better skin health is something we can all get behind!
Join us and share via your networks!
Join us and share via your networks!
April 2, 2026 at 3:02 PM
Prevention and early detection for better skin health is something we can all get behind!
Join us and share via your networks!
Join us and share via your networks!
MRA is proud to be an official charity partner of the 2026 Denver Colfax Marathon - joining 200+ orgs! Join us May 15–17 in Denver and run America’s longest main street while supporting critical melanoma research.
Learn more: curemelanoma.org/MRAraces
& contact us: [email protected]
Learn more: curemelanoma.org/MRAraces
& contact us: [email protected]
April 1, 2026 at 9:21 PM
MRA is proud to be an official charity partner of the 2026 Denver Colfax Marathon - joining 200+ orgs! Join us May 15–17 in Denver and run America’s longest main street while supporting critical melanoma research.
Learn more: curemelanoma.org/MRAraces
& contact us: [email protected]
Learn more: curemelanoma.org/MRAraces
& contact us: [email protected]
Misconceptions about melanoma are common and can be dangerous. MRA’s CEO Dr. Marc Hurlbert recently debunked some of the most persistent myths for Future of Personal Health as part of their Skin Health campaign.
Let’s get into it...
Check out the article here: https://tinyurl.com/5ysy7877
Let’s get into it...
Check out the article here: https://tinyurl.com/5ysy7877
March 24, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Misconceptions about melanoma are common and can be dangerous. MRA’s CEO Dr. Marc Hurlbert recently debunked some of the most persistent myths for Future of Personal Health as part of their Skin Health campaign.
Let’s get into it...
Check out the article here: https://tinyurl.com/5ysy7877
Let’s get into it...
Check out the article here: https://tinyurl.com/5ysy7877