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PATIENT STORIES

MEET JON THE REASON WE ARE HERE

MEET JON THE REASON WE ARE HERE

Meet Jonathan Herron. He's the reason we're here. A young man from Northern Ireland. Kind, funny and courageous beyond all comprehension, he sadly passed away in May 2008. Read more

Published: 19th June, 2018

Updated: 27th March, 2019

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THINGS I WISH I KNEW WHEN I WAS DIAGNOSED WITH MELANOMA

THINGS I WISH I KNEW WHEN I WAS DIAGNOSED WITH MELANOMA

“We’re really sorry, but it’s cancer” Read more

Published: 26th March, 2019

Author: Diane Cannon

LIVING WITH MELANOMA

LIVING WITH MELANOMA

It’s not just skin cancer, and I’m not just a little bit tired! Read more

Published: 26th March, 2019

Author: Diane Cannon

ME MELANOMA, NO CHANCE!

ME MELANOMA, NO CHANCE!

My Melanoma Journey as written by Jayne Williams Read more

Published: 2nd June, 2019

Author: Diane Cannon

MARK WATSON SHARES HIS FIGHT WITH MELANOMA

MARK WATSON SHARES HIS FIGHT WITH MELANOMA

Mark Watson shares his story about his battle with melanoma. This is his story so far as told by Mark. Read more

Published: 5th August, 2019

Updated: 6th August, 2019

Author: Diane Cannon

NICKY HORTON - MY MELANOMA STORY

NICKY HORTON - MY MELANOMA STORY

Nicky has very kindly shared her story with us. Not only is she one of our amazing fundraisers, but she is a lady with a story to tell. Read more

Published: 23rd September, 2019

Author: Diane Cannon

ALEX BAKER - MY MELANOMA STORY

ALEX BAKER - MY MELANOMA STORY

In July 2017, Alex Baker noticed a small growth on his right shin. Here he shares his story, including several graphic photographs. Read more

Published: 20th January, 2020

Updated: 21st January, 2020

Author: Gillian Nuttall

THE MELANOMA IN ME

THE MELANOMA IN ME

Adele, a stage 3 melanoma patient, speaks out about the importance of skin self-examinations during self-isolation. Read more

Published: 1st May, 2020

Author: Diane Cannon

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  • WHAT A DIFFERENCE A YEAR MAKES

    WHAT A DIFFERENCE A YEAR MAKES

    This time a year ago, we had just held our first Zoom support call.  We didn’t think for a moment that the following year, we would still be in some form of lockdown and still holding our patient calls.

  • NON MELANOMA SKIN CANCER REPORT

    NON MELANOMA SKIN CANCER REPORT

    UK report highlights the low awareness of non-melanoma skin cancer and its true impact on patients and the health system.

  • FULL WORM MOON

    FULL WORM MOON

    This month’s full moon is not only the first ‘Super Moon’ of 2021, but the first full moon of Spring, hence its nickname, ‘Worm Moon’, heralding the warmer days and the stirring of life beneath our feet.

  • MELANOMA PATIENTS MATTER REPORT

    MELANOMA PATIENTS MATTER REPORT

    Improving communication and support for patients during treatment and care

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  • ME MELANOMA, NO CHANCE!

    ME MELANOMA, NO CHANCE!

    My Melanoma Journey as written by Jayne Williams

  • UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER MELANOMA PROJECT

    UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER MELANOMA PROJECT

    The University of Manchester is carrying out research project looking into improving patient responses to immunotherapy.

  • MELANOMA SKIN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

    MELANOMA SKIN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

    May is Melanoma Awareness Month and we want to encourage more people to get into a habit and do regular monthly skin self-examinations.

  • ROADMAP FOR PATIENTS CURRENTLY SHIELDING

    ROADMAP FOR PATIENTS CURRENTLY SHIELDING

    The UK Government has set out a roadmap for the clinically extremely vulnerable on the future of the shielding programme.

  • MEMORIAL SERVICE PROFESSOR MARTIN GORE CBE

    MEMORIAL SERVICE PROFESSOR MARTIN GORE CBE

    In 2007 when our Founder Gill Nuttall, was looking for some help for Jon,Professor Gore was one of the first people she contacted.

  • MARK WATSON SHARES HIS FIGHT WITH MELANOMA

    MARK WATSON SHARES HIS FIGHT WITH MELANOMA

    Mark Watson shares his story about his battle with melanoma. This is his story so far as told by Mark.

  • COVID 19 - UPDATE

    COVID 19 - UPDATE

    Melanoma UK is still receiving calls and emails regarding the virus.

  • LISA COSTELLO JOINS OUR AMBASSADOR PROGRAM

    LISA COSTELLO JOINS OUR AMBASSADOR PROGRAM

    A big shout out for our very own pocket rocket Lisa Costello who joins the team.

  • SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

    SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

    About half of all melanomas start with a change in previously normal-looking skin. This usually looks like a dark area or an abnormal new mole.

  • MELANOMA SKIN CANCER DRUG RECOMMENDED FOR ROUTINE NHS USE

    MELANOMA SKIN CANCER DRUG RECOMMENDED FOR ROUTINE NHS USE

    NICE recommends the routine use of nivolumab as an option after surgery for some people with melanoma.

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A true hero Best friend Carer Carer/husband Clinician Consultant Oncologist Director at MelanomaMe Helen is a patient My children PATIENT Patient and everyday hero Sadly a lost patient Saviour Specialist cancer nurse Supporter Tony fights on......
CHILDREN'S ART WEEK 2020 COMPETITION

CHILDREN'S ART WEEK 2020 COMPETITION

This week's theme for Children's Art Week is The Natural World which fits perfectly with our LOOKUP campaign. Read more

Published: 29th June, 2020

Updated: 1st July, 2020

Author: Diane Cannon

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