02/06/2026
It's 2026: melanoma is increasing and tanning is trending.
The most important thing for you to do? Know your risk before it's too late.
The American Cancer Society has released its 2026 melanoma data and projections, which include:
The number of new melanoma cases diagnosed in 2026 will increase by 10.6 percent.
An estimated 234,680 cases of melanoma will be diagnosed in the U.S. in 2026.
An estimated 8,510 people will die from melanoma in 2026: 5,500 and 3,010 women.
To learn more about melanoma and ways to protect your skin, visit: https://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/skin-cancer-facts/