SKIN CHECK

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. Read more

WHERE YOU MIGHT GET MELANOMA

In women, melanoma is most commonly found on the lower legs. In men, melanoma is most commonly found on the head, neck, chest and back. Read more

SKIN SELF EXAMINATION

We recommend that you do a head-to-toe self-examination of your skin every month. This way you can find any new or changing lesions that might be cancerous or precancerous. Read more

WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR

You should visit your doctor straight away if you have any concerns about changes to your body. Read more

Latest

BRETT'S KILIMANJARO CLIMB 2019

Having survived Melanoma himself, Brett is fully aware that more needs to done to understand the causes to allow for better diagnosis earlier to improve survival rates.

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.

MARATHON IN MAY

My mum has had Melanoma and I would like to raise awareness of the seriousness.

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.

KEEP ON RUNNING

Gary Rothwell - Having seen the tremendous work that Melanoma Uk does for its patients and families, I have been fundraising for a few years now.

WHEREVER THE NEED IS GREATEST

Melanoma UK receives no Government funding and the work we do is only possible thanks to people like you.

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.

CHRIS BRYANT MP FUNDRAISER FOR MELANOMA UK

14th May 2019, Chris Bryant MP hosts his fundraiser at the Radisson Blu Edwardian, Bloomsbury Street, London.

DIGITAL PATIENT APP

The Melanoma UK Digital Registry App Giving Patients A Voice To Improve Care.

NEWLY DIAGNOSED WITH MELANOMA?

At Melanoma UK it is our challenge and desire to give patients and their families much needed support during the very difficult times faced upon diagnosis. We're always on the other end of the phone. If you require melanoma support please call us on 0808 171 2455.