Education, Awareness and Prevention
New Educational Materials and Resources
Educational Literature The MRF currently offers 37 pieces of educational literature to support patients, caregivers and the broader melanoma community. In 2025, more than 20,000 materials were distributed to 25 states, and several materials were made available in Spanish to expand accessibility. Visit melanoma.org/ educationinstitute to learn more.
Melanoma Patient and Caregiver Guide for Stages 2–3 (Resectable) The new Melanoma Patient and Caregiver Guide for Stages 2–3 (Resectable) provides essential information on: • Understanding melanoma, diagnosis and staging • Treatment options, including surgery and follow-up care • Questions to ask healthcare professionals, second opinions and clinical considerations • Emotional support, caregiving guidance and strategies to reduce the risk of recurrence and protect your skin
Your Melanoma TIL Cell Therapy Patient Journey Infographic The TIL Patient Journey infographic walks patients through the full timeline of TIL cell therapy, highlighting key milestones from tumor collection and treatment preparation through infusion and follow-up care. It is designed to help patients better understand the sequence of steps and what to expect at each stage of the journey.
Leptomeningeal Disease (LMD) Fact Sheet This one-page overview describes LMD, explaining what it is and how it develops. It also highlights symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options and
questions to ask your doctor. The LMD Fact Sheet is also available in Spanish.
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