LATEST NEWS
Breakthrough melanoma treatment approved to be listed on PBS
The pre-surgery use of combination immunotherapy as frontline treatment for high risk melanoma will soon be listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) and subsidised for all Australian patients.
Public consultation on Melanoma Clinical Guidelines
Melanoma Institute Australia and Cancer Council Australia are conducting a review of the clinical practice guidelines for the diagnosis and management of melanoma. The second phase is now available for review, by clinicians and the community, until 29 August 2025.
Spotlight on our fabulous fundraisers
Read more about what the dedicated and creative fundraisers in our community have done this month to support us - from hair chops and golf days to half marathons, elegant events, Facebook fundraisers and more!
The magic of the carnival came alive at MIA Amie St Clair Ball!
Enjoy our photo album which captures an unforgettable night beneath the big top at the MIA Amie St Clair 'Night at the Carnival' Ball, held in Wagga Wagga on Saturday 28 June.
Recordings of MPA-MIA Melanoma Community Webinar Series 2025
Watch recordings of our MPA-MIA Melanoma Community Webinar series. All three recordings are now available: Genetic testing for melanoma, Neoadjuvant immunotherapy, and a Deep dive into sunscreen.
NHMRC grants for UNCUT and Automate Me clinical trials
Prestigious National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) grants have been awarded for two clinical trials aiming to improve the accuracy of skin cancer diagnosis in Australia.
MIA clinicians & researchers share latest results at ASCO25
Read more about MIA clinicians and researchers in Chicago for ASCO25 - the American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting - to share latest research and clinical trial results with international colleagues.
MIA’s MISSION
ZERO DEATHS FROM MELANOMA
MIA will achieve its mission through 3 pillars of action: Research, Clinical Care & Education.
MIA conducts its research under 4 themes: Prevention, Risk & Clinical Detection – Early Melanoma – Advanced Melanoma – Supportive Care & Survivorship.
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It is estimated 1300 Australians will die from melanoma this year
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1 Australian is diagnosed with melanoma every 30 minutes
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If caught early 90% of melanomas can be cured by surgery
Age 20-39
Melanoma is the most common cancer affecting Australians aged 20 to 39
