Melanoma Focus
@melanomafocus.bsky.social
The UK’s leading #melanoma charity funding research, services and information for patients, carers and healthcare professionals.
Melanoma Helpline: 0808 801 0777
https://melanomafocus.org/
Melanoma Helpline: 0808 801 0777
https://melanomafocus.org/
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Melanoma Focus
@melanomafocus.bsky.social
· Jan 17
Hello everyone, we are Melanoma Focus a national UK charity dedicated to providing help and support to melanoma patients and professionals as well as raising awareness of melanoma, the 5th most common cancer in the UK.
Explore our website to learn more👉https://melanomafocus.org/
Explore our website to learn more👉https://melanomafocus.org/
Today, on #WorldCancerDay we welcome the Government’s 10-year National Cancer Plan for England.📋️
News this morning has reported that patients will receive faster diagnosis, quicker treatment, and the support to live well with cancer under this new plan.
News this morning has reported that patients will receive faster diagnosis, quicker treatment, and the support to live well with cancer under this new plan.
February 4, 2026 at 8:15 AM
Today, on #WorldCancerDay we welcome the Government’s 10-year National Cancer Plan for England.📋️
News this morning has reported that patients will receive faster diagnosis, quicker treatment, and the support to live well with cancer under this new plan.
News this morning has reported that patients will receive faster diagnosis, quicker treatment, and the support to live well with cancer under this new plan.
A melanoma diagnosis can be overwhelming and confusing.
Remember, you are not alone.💙
Our specialist helpline nurses are here to support you and your loved ones.
🤳 0808 801 0777
🕐 Mon- Fri: 1pm-2pm & 7pm-9pm
Sun: 7pm-9pm
#melanoma #melanomahelpline #melanomasupport #patientsupport
Remember, you are not alone.💙
Our specialist helpline nurses are here to support you and your loved ones.
🤳 0808 801 0777
🕐 Mon- Fri: 1pm-2pm & 7pm-9pm
Sun: 7pm-9pm
#melanoma #melanomahelpline #melanomasupport #patientsupport
February 2, 2026 at 9:46 AM
A melanoma diagnosis can be overwhelming and confusing.
Remember, you are not alone.💙
Our specialist helpline nurses are here to support you and your loved ones.
🤳 0808 801 0777
🕐 Mon- Fri: 1pm-2pm & 7pm-9pm
Sun: 7pm-9pm
#melanoma #melanomahelpline #melanomasupport #patientsupport
Remember, you are not alone.💙
Our specialist helpline nurses are here to support you and your loved ones.
🤳 0808 801 0777
🕐 Mon- Fri: 1pm-2pm & 7pm-9pm
Sun: 7pm-9pm
#melanoma #melanomahelpline #melanomasupport #patientsupport
📣 Sign up for the 2026 Royal Parks Half Marathon!
We’ve partnered with Run for Charity to bring you Royal Parks Half places, but hurry as this iconic event is one of their most popular and it sells out in a quickly.
Learn more 👉 buff.ly/Ttx3WB7
We’ve partnered with Run for Charity to bring you Royal Parks Half places, but hurry as this iconic event is one of their most popular and it sells out in a quickly.
Learn more 👉 buff.ly/Ttx3WB7
January 30, 2026 at 4:41 PM
📣 Sign up for the 2026 Royal Parks Half Marathon!
We’ve partnered with Run for Charity to bring you Royal Parks Half places, but hurry as this iconic event is one of their most popular and it sells out in a quickly.
Learn more 👉 buff.ly/Ttx3WB7
We’ve partnered with Run for Charity to bring you Royal Parks Half places, but hurry as this iconic event is one of their most popular and it sells out in a quickly.
Learn more 👉 buff.ly/Ttx3WB7
The Melanoma Patient Conference is fantastic annual event for patients and their loved ones, but don't just take our word for it! 💙
📆Thursday 5th & Friday 6th March 2026
📍Voco St Johns Hotel Solihull, Birmingham, B91 1AT
Register today 👉 buff.ly/GMM3LDL
#melanomasupport
📆Thursday 5th & Friday 6th March 2026
📍Voco St Johns Hotel Solihull, Birmingham, B91 1AT
Register today 👉 buff.ly/GMM3LDL
#melanomasupport
January 27, 2026 at 10:32 AM
The Melanoma Patient Conference is fantastic annual event for patients and their loved ones, but don't just take our word for it! 💙
📆Thursday 5th & Friday 6th March 2026
📍Voco St Johns Hotel Solihull, Birmingham, B91 1AT
Register today 👉 buff.ly/GMM3LDL
#melanomasupport
📆Thursday 5th & Friday 6th March 2026
📍Voco St Johns Hotel Solihull, Birmingham, B91 1AT
Register today 👉 buff.ly/GMM3LDL
#melanomasupport
Over the weekend we were proud to see our data & messaging featured in over 85 pieces of online & broadcast coverage.
Highlights included our CEO on BBC Breakfast yesterday morning alongside Emma, an incredible patient advocate.
Thank you to all the patients who shared their stories this weekend.
Highlights included our CEO on BBC Breakfast yesterday morning alongside Emma, an incredible patient advocate.
Thank you to all the patients who shared their stories this weekend.
January 26, 2026 at 4:48 PM
Over the weekend we were proud to see our data & messaging featured in over 85 pieces of online & broadcast coverage.
Highlights included our CEO on BBC Breakfast yesterday morning alongside Emma, an incredible patient advocate.
Thank you to all the patients who shared their stories this weekend.
Highlights included our CEO on BBC Breakfast yesterday morning alongside Emma, an incredible patient advocate.
Thank you to all the patients who shared their stories this weekend.
(1/3) Following on from yesterday’s news that the soon-to-be launched National Cancer Plan will be looking to tackle underage sunbed use, we wanted to share this alarming statistic from our research.
January 26, 2026 at 1:53 PM
(1/3) Following on from yesterday’s news that the soon-to-be launched National Cancer Plan will be looking to tackle underage sunbed use, we wanted to share this alarming statistic from our research.
📣 More big sunbed news…
New proposals under the soon-to-be launched National Cancer Plan will be looking to strengthen requirements around commercial sunbed use, including banning unsupervised sessions and introducing mandatory ID checks to verify users are over 18.
New proposals under the soon-to-be launched National Cancer Plan will be looking to strengthen requirements around commercial sunbed use, including banning unsupervised sessions and introducing mandatory ID checks to verify users are over 18.
January 25, 2026 at 8:27 AM
📣 More big sunbed news…
New proposals under the soon-to-be launched National Cancer Plan will be looking to strengthen requirements around commercial sunbed use, including banning unsupervised sessions and introducing mandatory ID checks to verify users are over 18.
New proposals under the soon-to-be launched National Cancer Plan will be looking to strengthen requirements around commercial sunbed use, including banning unsupervised sessions and introducing mandatory ID checks to verify users are over 18.
Our brilliant ambassador, Dr Sarah Elyoussfi reminding you to check all your nooks and crannies!
Melanoma skin cancer can occur in places where the doesn't always shine, like in-between your toes or the soles of your feet.
Remember to check those areas when carrying out your monthly skin check. 🔍
Melanoma skin cancer can occur in places where the doesn't always shine, like in-between your toes or the soles of your feet.
Remember to check those areas when carrying out your monthly skin check. 🔍
January 23, 2026 at 8:50 AM
Our brilliant ambassador, Dr Sarah Elyoussfi reminding you to check all your nooks and crannies!
Melanoma skin cancer can occur in places where the doesn't always shine, like in-between your toes or the soles of your feet.
Remember to check those areas when carrying out your monthly skin check. 🔍
Melanoma skin cancer can occur in places where the doesn't always shine, like in-between your toes or the soles of your feet.
Remember to check those areas when carrying out your monthly skin check. 🔍
This health information week, we are delighted to share that our Checking your Skin and Nails webpage and resources have been included in @england.nhs.uk and the @pifonline.bsky.social's joint collection of certified health resources about early cancer diagnosis.
1/3 - Today's collection of trusted health resources curated in partnership with NHS England looks at signs of cancer. There is a huge amount of misinformation online about cancer, so it's vital that people can find information they can trust.
#HIW26 #HealthInformationWeek
#HIW26 #HealthInformationWeek
January 22, 2026 at 10:19 AM
This health information week, we are delighted to share that our Checking your Skin and Nails webpage and resources have been included in @england.nhs.uk and the @pifonline.bsky.social's joint collection of certified health resources about early cancer diagnosis.
News reports today reveal that the Advertising Standards Authority have banned ads from five tanning companies for making misleading and irresponsible claims about the safety of sunbeds.
January 21, 2026 at 10:05 AM
News reports today reveal that the Advertising Standards Authority have banned ads from five tanning companies for making misleading and irresponsible claims about the safety of sunbeds.
Come along to this year's Melanoma Patient Conference & get ready to learn, share, & empower yourself in a supportive & uplifting environment.✨
📆 Thursday 5th & Friday 6th March 2026
📍 Voco St Johns Hotel Solihull, Birmingham, B91 1AT
Secure your spot today 👉 buff.ly/2xJOCbn
#MPC26
📆 Thursday 5th & Friday 6th March 2026
📍 Voco St Johns Hotel Solihull, Birmingham, B91 1AT
Secure your spot today 👉 buff.ly/2xJOCbn
#MPC26
January 19, 2026 at 2:18 PM
Come along to this year's Melanoma Patient Conference & get ready to learn, share, & empower yourself in a supportive & uplifting environment.✨
📆 Thursday 5th & Friday 6th March 2026
📍 Voco St Johns Hotel Solihull, Birmingham, B91 1AT
Secure your spot today 👉 buff.ly/2xJOCbn
#MPC26
📆 Thursday 5th & Friday 6th March 2026
📍 Voco St Johns Hotel Solihull, Birmingham, B91 1AT
Secure your spot today 👉 buff.ly/2xJOCbn
#MPC26
We’ve teamed up with Ultra Challenge to give you access to a range of different walks and runs across the UK.
You don’t need to be an elite athlete, these challenges are for EVERYONE, giving you the freedom to take one on at your own pace.
Learn more and register 👉 buff.ly/dwXibaR
You don’t need to be an elite athlete, these challenges are for EVERYONE, giving you the freedom to take one on at your own pace.
Learn more and register 👉 buff.ly/dwXibaR
January 16, 2026 at 8:44 AM
We’ve teamed up with Ultra Challenge to give you access to a range of different walks and runs across the UK.
You don’t need to be an elite athlete, these challenges are for EVERYONE, giving you the freedom to take one on at your own pace.
Learn more and register 👉 buff.ly/dwXibaR
You don’t need to be an elite athlete, these challenges are for EVERYONE, giving you the freedom to take one on at your own pace.
Learn more and register 👉 buff.ly/dwXibaR
The British Dermatological Nursing Group (BDNG) is hosting an award event in May 2026 & they want to hear from you!
If you or a loved one has had exceptional care and treatment from a dermatology nurse, nominate them for The Patient Choice Award. 💙
Nominate: bdng.org.uk/pca/
If you or a loved one has had exceptional care and treatment from a dermatology nurse, nominate them for The Patient Choice Award. 💙
Nominate: bdng.org.uk/pca/
January 13, 2026 at 2:32 PM
The British Dermatological Nursing Group (BDNG) is hosting an award event in May 2026 & they want to hear from you!
If you or a loved one has had exceptional care and treatment from a dermatology nurse, nominate them for The Patient Choice Award. 💙
Nominate: bdng.org.uk/pca/
If you or a loved one has had exceptional care and treatment from a dermatology nurse, nominate them for The Patient Choice Award. 💙
Nominate: bdng.org.uk/pca/
As we begin a new year, we’re planning our vital melanoma awareness work for 2026.
This year, we would like to work with men who have previously used sunbeds and have since received a melanoma diagnosis.
Contact media@melanomafocus.org to learn more.
#melanomaawareness
This year, we would like to work with men who have previously used sunbeds and have since received a melanoma diagnosis.
Contact media@melanomafocus.org to learn more.
#melanomaawareness
January 9, 2026 at 9:01 AM
As we begin a new year, we’re planning our vital melanoma awareness work for 2026.
This year, we would like to work with men who have previously used sunbeds and have since received a melanoma diagnosis.
Contact media@melanomafocus.org to learn more.
#melanomaawareness
This year, we would like to work with men who have previously used sunbeds and have since received a melanoma diagnosis.
Contact media@melanomafocus.org to learn more.
#melanomaawareness
📣 Join us for the 10th anniversary of the Melanoma Patient Conference.
📆 Thursday 5th & Friday 6th March 2026
📍 Voco St Johns Hotel Solihull, Birmingham, B91 1AT
This conference is open to melanoma patients & their loved ones. 💙
Register today 👉 buff.ly/nSp5XKG
📆 Thursday 5th & Friday 6th March 2026
📍 Voco St Johns Hotel Solihull, Birmingham, B91 1AT
This conference is open to melanoma patients & their loved ones. 💙
Register today 👉 buff.ly/nSp5XKG
January 7, 2026 at 8:41 AM
📣 Join us for the 10th anniversary of the Melanoma Patient Conference.
📆 Thursday 5th & Friday 6th March 2026
📍 Voco St Johns Hotel Solihull, Birmingham, B91 1AT
This conference is open to melanoma patients & their loved ones. 💙
Register today 👉 buff.ly/nSp5XKG
📆 Thursday 5th & Friday 6th March 2026
📍 Voco St Johns Hotel Solihull, Birmingham, B91 1AT
This conference is open to melanoma patients & their loved ones. 💙
Register today 👉 buff.ly/nSp5XKG
From exhilarating runs, epic hikes, and daring skydives, we've got fundraising adventures for everyone!🏅
Want to organise your own fundraising event? We are here to support you every step of the way.
Learn more 👉 buff.ly/K1Aibht
#melanoma #2026challenge
Want to organise your own fundraising event? We are here to support you every step of the way.
Learn more 👉 buff.ly/K1Aibht
#melanoma #2026challenge
January 2, 2026 at 8:11 AM
From exhilarating runs, epic hikes, and daring skydives, we've got fundraising adventures for everyone!🏅
Want to organise your own fundraising event? We are here to support you every step of the way.
Learn more 👉 buff.ly/K1Aibht
#melanoma #2026challenge
Want to organise your own fundraising event? We are here to support you every step of the way.
Learn more 👉 buff.ly/K1Aibht
#melanoma #2026challenge
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has dedicated a star or bauble on our Tree of Remembrance and Hope this December. ✨
There is still time to add your own, with a special message and/or image.
Dedicate your bauble or star 👉 buff.ly/EUsVY5L
#melanoma
There is still time to add your own, with a special message and/or image.
Dedicate your bauble or star 👉 buff.ly/EUsVY5L
#melanoma
December 23, 2025 at 10:26 AM
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has dedicated a star or bauble on our Tree of Remembrance and Hope this December. ✨
There is still time to add your own, with a special message and/or image.
Dedicate your bauble or star 👉 buff.ly/EUsVY5L
#melanoma
There is still time to add your own, with a special message and/or image.
Dedicate your bauble or star 👉 buff.ly/EUsVY5L
#melanoma
You are not alone over Christmas and New Year.💙
If you or a loved one are worried about melanoma, our helpline nurses are here.
Check the image for our festive opening times. 🎄
☎️ Melanoma Helpline: 0808 801 0777
#melanoma #melanomahelpline #melanomasupport
If you or a loved one are worried about melanoma, our helpline nurses are here.
Check the image for our festive opening times. 🎄
☎️ Melanoma Helpline: 0808 801 0777
#melanoma #melanomahelpline #melanomasupport
December 22, 2025 at 10:06 AM
You are not alone over Christmas and New Year.💙
If you or a loved one are worried about melanoma, our helpline nurses are here.
Check the image for our festive opening times. 🎄
☎️ Melanoma Helpline: 0808 801 0777
#melanoma #melanomahelpline #melanomasupport
If you or a loved one are worried about melanoma, our helpline nurses are here.
Check the image for our festive opening times. 🎄
☎️ Melanoma Helpline: 0808 801 0777
#melanoma #melanomahelpline #melanomasupport
The NICE Technology Appraisal Committee has published the draft guidance to currently NOT recommend lifileucel (TILs treatment) for previously treated unresectable or metastatic melanoma.
Read more 👉https://melanomafocus.org/news-blog/
Read more 👉https://melanomafocus.org/news-blog/
December 18, 2025 at 11:44 AM
The NICE Technology Appraisal Committee has published the draft guidance to currently NOT recommend lifileucel (TILs treatment) for previously treated unresectable or metastatic melanoma.
Read more 👉https://melanomafocus.org/news-blog/
Read more 👉https://melanomafocus.org/news-blog/
We are delighted to invite research proposals for patient and public benefit from clinicians/scientists and nurses/AHPs in the field of melanoma. Potential funding is up to £20,000.*
Learn more 👉 buff.ly/WGwRfmf
#melanoma #melanomaresearch
Learn more 👉 buff.ly/WGwRfmf
#melanoma #melanomaresearch
December 16, 2025 at 8:32 AM
We are delighted to invite research proposals for patient and public benefit from clinicians/scientists and nurses/AHPs in the field of melanoma. Potential funding is up to £20,000.*
Learn more 👉 buff.ly/WGwRfmf
#melanoma #melanomaresearch
Learn more 👉 buff.ly/WGwRfmf
#melanoma #melanomaresearch
After attending our Melanoma Patient Conference this year, Caroline was made to feel less alone.
If you would like to help us continue to provide services like the Melanoma Patient Conference, please consider making donation today.
Donate👉 buff.ly/NvkwVEU
If you would like to help us continue to provide services like the Melanoma Patient Conference, please consider making donation today.
Donate👉 buff.ly/NvkwVEU
December 12, 2025 at 4:10 PM
After attending our Melanoma Patient Conference this year, Caroline was made to feel less alone.
If you would like to help us continue to provide services like the Melanoma Patient Conference, please consider making donation today.
Donate👉 buff.ly/NvkwVEU
If you would like to help us continue to provide services like the Melanoma Patient Conference, please consider making donation today.
Donate👉 buff.ly/NvkwVEU
Watch our 2025 impact video to learn more about the work we carried out this year!
None of this would be possible without your incredible support- thank you. 💙
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None of this would be possible without your incredible support- thank you. 💙
youtu.be/kt_LkO99ukM?...
Our Impact 2025
YouTube video by Melanoma Focus
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December 8, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Watch our 2025 impact video to learn more about the work we carried out this year!
None of this would be possible without your incredible support- thank you. 💙
youtu.be/kt_LkO99ukM?...
None of this would be possible without your incredible support- thank you. 💙
youtu.be/kt_LkO99ukM?...
The Christmas period often shines a light on those we miss or those close to us who need support.
Our virtual tree of remembrance & hope is a place for you to commemorate & treasure loved ones whilst supporting our work.
Dedicate your bauble or star 👉 buff.ly/EUsVY5L
Our virtual tree of remembrance & hope is a place for you to commemorate & treasure loved ones whilst supporting our work.
Dedicate your bauble or star 👉 buff.ly/EUsVY5L
December 2, 2025 at 10:55 AM
The Christmas period often shines a light on those we miss or those close to us who need support.
Our virtual tree of remembrance & hope is a place for you to commemorate & treasure loved ones whilst supporting our work.
Dedicate your bauble or star 👉 buff.ly/EUsVY5L
Our virtual tree of remembrance & hope is a place for you to commemorate & treasure loved ones whilst supporting our work.
Dedicate your bauble or star 👉 buff.ly/EUsVY5L
Remember to sign up to EasyFundraising to generate donations to Melanoma Focus at no extra cost to yourself!
Learn more👉 buff.ly/HHWFoNB
Please consider supporting us in this way whilst you shop online this festive season. ✨
#melanoma #easyfundraising
Learn more👉 buff.ly/HHWFoNB
Please consider supporting us in this way whilst you shop online this festive season. ✨
#melanoma #easyfundraising
November 26, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Remember to sign up to EasyFundraising to generate donations to Melanoma Focus at no extra cost to yourself!
Learn more👉 buff.ly/HHWFoNB
Please consider supporting us in this way whilst you shop online this festive season. ✨
#melanoma #easyfundraising
Learn more👉 buff.ly/HHWFoNB
Please consider supporting us in this way whilst you shop online this festive season. ✨
#melanoma #easyfundraising
Join us for the 10th annual Melanoma Patience Conference.
This event will be held at the Voco St Johns Hotel Solihull, Birmingham on the Thursday 5th and Friday 6th March 2026.
Register today 👉 buff.ly/3ANErs1
#MPC2026 #melanomapatientconference
This event will be held at the Voco St Johns Hotel Solihull, Birmingham on the Thursday 5th and Friday 6th March 2026.
Register today 👉 buff.ly/3ANErs1
#MPC2026 #melanomapatientconference
November 25, 2025 at 8:47 AM
Join us for the 10th annual Melanoma Patience Conference.
This event will be held at the Voco St Johns Hotel Solihull, Birmingham on the Thursday 5th and Friday 6th March 2026.
Register today 👉 buff.ly/3ANErs1
#MPC2026 #melanomapatientconference
This event will be held at the Voco St Johns Hotel Solihull, Birmingham on the Thursday 5th and Friday 6th March 2026.
Register today 👉 buff.ly/3ANErs1
#MPC2026 #melanomapatientconference