Free resources to help you track your skin checks
Tracking your skin spots and skin checks can help you be aware of your body and the changes on your skin, as well as to communicate to your doctor about your concerns and changes.
War on Melanoma MoleMapper™: download from Apple Store. Learn about this app made available through Oregon Health & Science University
UMSkin Check: download from Google Play or Apple Store. Learn about this app made available through University of Michigan Health
On paper, you can document spots and skin checks. See an example from American Academy of Dermatology Association’s Skin Examination Body Mole Map (PDF)
Find Free Skin Cancer Screening Near You
Find dates and places for the Skin Cancer Foundation’s Destination Healthy Skin Program free screening and education. The Spring 2023 schedule will be posted on the website or you can subscribe to email updates.
The American Academy of Dermatology Association can help you search for free skin cancer screening within the United States. You can sign up to be notified via email when a free skin cancer screening is available within 50 miles of your zip code.
Financial related resources for cancer patients
Cancer.Net, an American Society of Clinical Oncology patient information website, provides a Financial Resources web page approved by the Cancer.Net Editorial Board.
AIM at Melanoma Events and Educational Resources
Living with Melanoma Symposiums are in-person and/or virtual educational events to inform patients and their caregivers about the latest research, treatments, and survivorship tips from healthcare professionals and survivors. Visit the website for the schedule or view the recorded sessions.
Check for updates on AIM at Melanoma’s Walks.
Visit AIM Webinars on Demand about support and information for people living with melanoma, caregivers, family, and friends.
Explore the AIM Video Library, which provides a collection focusing on numerous topics. Examples include the role of reconstructive surgery in melanoma; the process clinical trial enrollment; the latest research on herbal supplements and cancer; and the importance of palliative care in melanoma. For additional educational videos, visit the AIM YouTube channel.
Information about melanoma risk and prevention
Read the American Society of Clinical Oncology article on melanoma risk factors and prevention.
Resource Referral | Do you know a great resource and/or community networking for melanoma prevention and early detection? Let us know by emailing Ellen at edinucci@stanford.edu. Thank you!