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Malignant Melanoma Assistance Programs

Being told you have cancer is always a life-changing moment. According to the Melanoma Support and Education Foundation, 54,000 people are diagnosed with malignant melanoma in the United States each year and 8,000 will die. Blondes, redheads and those with fair skin and freckles are most likely to get melanomas, but everyone is vulnerable. Malignant melanoma is frightening, but there are programs to assist you or loved ones in fighting this disease.

  1. Tiffany's Melanoma Foundation

    • Started by parents who lost their daughter to the disease when she was 24, this foundation's mission includes providing financial assistance to people battling melanoma. Their site states that aid goes to families with someone who has melanoma who is unable to work due to chemotherapy treatment. They also serve as a referral service for patients seeking funds to other sources of assistance, and they work to educate the public on prevention and treatment of the disease.

      Tiffany's Melanoma Foundation

      tiffanysmelanomafoundation.org

    Melanoma Education Foundation

    • This organization provides materials on malignant melanoma for educators to increase awareness and outline risk factors for middle school and high school students. They also conduct skin analyzer screenings on the face for local organizations or businesses. Their website provides comprehensive information about melanoma and skin-checking procedures.

      Melanoma Education Foundation

      P.O. Box 2023

      Peabody, MA 01960

      978-535-3080

      skincheck.org

    Melanoma Support and Education Foundation

    • The nonprofit Melanoma Support and Education Foundation lists support groups for those dealing with the disease all over the country. Their TEAM Melanoma Running Club raises funds to assist melanoma patients and their loved ones financially after diagnosis. To apply, applicants must submit proof of melanoma diagnosis from their physician as well as the treatment they are currently undergoing. Proof of address, identity and the past three months' income are also required. Funds are raised through charity races.

      Melanoma Support and Education Foundation

      2975 Cottonwood Lane

      Marseilles, IL 61341

      815-212-4924

      melanomasupport.org

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