Five years after its initial launch, Ocumel Canada is entering a new chapter. With the introduction of a dedicated website and new social media platforms, this renewed digital presence reflects a continued commitment to expanding awareness, strengthening support, and improving access to information for Canadians affected by ocular melanoma.

SYSF contributes to the Quebec Cancer Coalition’s new major report.

My name is Leah Smith. I am 62 years old and live in Halifax, Nova Scotia. I have choroidal uveal melanoma. My tumor was first discovered by my optometrist in February 2024, when he noticed a small “freckle” on my right eye during an exam for blurred vision. He referred me to a retinal specialist, who reviewed the images and then referred me to an ophthalmologist and ocular oncologist, Dr. Hanout. I saw Dr. Hanout in March 2024. He told me the spot was precancerous, took meas

This 2-day virtual Ocular Melanoma Patient & Caregiver Symposium is FREE to attend.

The Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) released their 2023 statistics document in November, and to ring in the new year we would like to recap...

Melanoma on the eye, also known as ocular melanoma, is a rare but serious form of cancer that develops from melanocytes, the cells...

Earlier this summer, Save Your Skin was fortunate enough to attend the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting in...

How often do you take a moment to check in with your mental health? For many, this aspect of life can be overshadowed or it can conjure...

We are excited to announce our partnership with StayWell!  StayWell is a charity that provides subsidized housing accommodations to those...