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Against the Odds: Racing for Melanoma Research

Patrick O’Neill along with his four closest college friends and fellow Boat Racing, LLC members, find themselves in a very implausible position: first-time horse owners heading to the Kentucky Derby—horseracing’s pinnacle event. See how Patrick and his friends are using this experience to raise awareness of melanoma and to help raise money for MRA's research program.
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UV Exposure & Risk of Cutaneous Melanoma in Skin of Color

In JAMA Dermatology, a team led by Adewole S. Adamson, MD, from The University of Texas at Austin, investigates whether there is an association, specifically in People of Color, between UV exposure and melanoma. MRA breaks down the research findings and evaluates how it should impact your sun safety practices.
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Relentless in the Fight: Dr. F. Stephen Hodi

Every revolution needs trailblazers—people who restlessly and relentlessly search for paths forward. At MRA, we’re fortunate to partner with innovative trailblazers who are guiding the entire field of melanoma further, such as two time MRA-funded investigator Dr. F. Stephen Hodi.
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A Melanoma Miracle Paid Forward

When Lauren was living in Tanzania, she made a bucket list that included 'seeing a miracle." Little did she know she would become her own melanoma miracle. Almost eight years later, she is just beginning her career as a nurse and continues to be NED.
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Craig Finds Meaning in His Melanoma Diagnosis in the COVID-19 Era

“I believe there is a reason that I’m going through this. If I can help prevent someone else’s melanoma, or make their journey easier, or help advance research – that’d be worth it,” says Craig. “I feel honored to be part of the melanoma community. It’s a powerful community – and I feel obligated to do something in support of it.”
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04/27/2021 – Melanoma Research Alliance Announces $8.1 million in Research Awards

04/23/2021 – A New Treatment Approach in the Arsenal: Neoadjuvent Therapy

04/21/2021 – Summer Kramer: Aligning Passion with Purpose

04/20/2021 – Against the Odds: Racing for Melanoma Research

04/14/2021 – UV Exposure & Risk of Cutaneous Melanoma in Skin of Color

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