Vale Kay Van Norton Poche AO
It is with a heavy heart that we notify you that Kay Van Norton Poche AO, one of Melanoma Institute Australia's great friends and committed supporters, passed away on 14 June 2024, following a long illness.
‘Tour of Honour’ for our Australians of the Year
Our 2024 Australians of the Year recently explored the Northern Territory, as part of a visit organised by the Australia Day Council. View the photo album.
Official opening of new melanoma clinic in Riverina
Melanoma patients throughout the Riverina will benefit from strengthened melanoma services thanks to the newly opened MIA Amie St Clair clinic in Wagga, which includes a 3D full body imaging machine, clinic rooms and space for support groups and community events.
Community Fundraising teamwork and tributes
Read more about the inspiring stories behind our Community Fundraisers. Find out how you can fundraise to support melanoma research, which is also impacting other cancers.
MPA-MIA Melanoma Community Webinar Series 2024
Watch recordings of all three webinars in our 2024 webinar series - Sun protection after melanoma, Understanding the role of gut microbiome and Melanoma in situ.
Australian researchers spearhead cancer treatment revolution
In what has been described as a cancer treatment revolution, the pre-surgery use of combination immunotherapy looks to become standard treatment for melanoma and impact other cancers across the globe.
Prof Georgina Long elected Fellow of Australian Academy of Science
Congratulations to Professor Georgina Long AO, elected as a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science in recognition of her outstanding contribution to science.
Welcome news for melanoma in Federal Budget
Last night's Federal Budget announcement included a $25 million commitment to prevention and early detection of skin cancer and melanoma, and $10.3 million has been allocated for MIA to develop an evidence-based roadmap for a targeted skin cancer screening program.
We can’t thank our community fundraisers enough
Read more about the inspiring stories behind the dedication and generosity of our Community Fundraisers. Find out how you can fundraise to support melanoma research, which is also impacting other cancers.
Telehealth: an appointment option
Have you ever considered a telehealth appointment? Read more about feedback on telehealth from melanoma patients and clinicians.