100 million Americans suffer from skin cancers, diseases and disorders
Founded in 1987, American Skin Association works to defeat melanoma and other serious forms of skin disease by...
- Advancing research
- Raising public awareness
- Championing good skin health - particularly among children
Scientists & Research
2010 RFPs: Now Open » Grant applications for both targeted and general skin disease research are now being accepted. Proposals are reviewed by the Medical Advisory Committee on the basis of scientific merit, relevance, and promise.
Education
The Skin Health Education Program for schools educates children about the invaluable role that skin plays in their well-being and teaches them how to maintain their health.
The Wonders of Skin: Looking Good, Being Healthy now reaches over 4.5 million students nationally
Giving Opportunities
Give to ASA = Invest in the future
- Invest in scientific research to increase understanding of skin diseases and disorders.
- Invest in the health of the nation's students through school health education.
