Melanoma is a serious form of cancer that arises when the pigment-producing cells in the skin (melanocytes) may display as a mole or lesion that grows, changes shape, or colour.

About melanoma

Our experts have created specialist resources including comprehensive information on melanoma stages and treatment to help you make informed choices.

We have a professional membership for clinicians, scientists and nurses in the field of melanoma. We provide key educational resources, the melanoma TrialFinder and research grants, in addition to organising two multidisciplinary meetings each year.

For professionals

We know there is more that can be done to stop melanoma and the suffering it causes, but we need your help.

Get involved

As experts in melanoma, we provide information, guidance and support for patients, carers and healthcare professionals. We have built a community of melanoma specialists who underpin our commitment to melanoma education and research.

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We’ve Been Shortlisted!

October 2024

We are very pleased to announce that The Melanoma Helpline has been shortlisted for the Helplines Partnership’s Helpline of the Year Award!

The Melanoma Helpline was established to support anyone with a worry or concern about melanoma from diagnosis to treatment and everything in between. The helpline has grown from strength to strength thanks to our wonderful expert helpline nurses.

We are fortunate to have been placed in this category amongst other fantastic charity helplines. The winner will be announced Thursday 7th November.