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Hope for incurable cancer

23 October 2018

Cancer patients with multiple tumours are being given more time as strong evidence emerges about the best way to treat them using modern radiotherapy.

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Artificial intelligence valuable in skin cancer detection

30 May 2018

Researchers have shown artificial intelligence may one day automate melanoma diagnosis, with an international study revealing a fast-learning computer can outperform experienced dermatologists at detecting the deadly cancer.

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Paying it forward

6 March 2018

When Alfred ICU and hyperbaric nurse Natalie McGregor was diagnosed with cancer, she found out how hard it was to be a patient – it left her emotionally and physically drained.

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Boost for prostate cancer care in Gippsland

14 February 2018

An effective treatment for prostate cancer is now being offered in Gippsland, with The Alfred launching its advanced seed brachytherapy program at Latrobe Regional Hospital this week.

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3D surface imaging helping women with left-sided breast cancer

31 January 2018

The simple act of taking a deep breath is helping to reduce the risk of heart damage for women being treated for left-sided breast cancer.

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Pioneer of Victorian Melanoma Service awarded

30 January 2018

Congratulations to Adjunct Professor John Kelly, head of the Victorian Melanoma Service, on being awarded the Member of the Order of Australia.

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Hidden cancers preying on dads

31 August 2017

This Father’s Day, Professor Wendy Brown is warning dads about the dangers of rare ‘hidden cancers’ that will impact around 5000 Australian men this year.

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New robot delivers cancer treatment at The Alfred

28 September 2016

A procedure which delivers chemotherapy directly into a patient’s liver tumours was performed by a state-of-the-art robot named ‘Magellan’ at The Alfred this week. 

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Support Team Alfred this Dry July

1 July 2016

You can help make a difference to our patients living with cancer by taking part in Dry July, or by donating to the team of Alfred staff going without alcohol this month.  

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