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Dr Mal Ameratunga (second from left) with MASC and Australian Skin Cancer Foundation partners
First in the world melanoma trial to breakthrough barriers
24 February 2023
A first in the world trial looking at new treatment options for patients with melanoma that has spread to the brain is set to commence at The Alfred, potentially helping patients add years to their lives.
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Melanoma awareness campaign to protect tradies
22 February 2023
Promoting skin cancer awareness amongst Victorian construction workers is the focus of a new initiative that was launched at the site of the new Paula Fox Melanoma and Cancer Centre today.
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A dermatologist studies the arm of a patient using a dermascope to look for signs of melanoma or other skin cancers.
Technology fast tracks early skin cancer detection
10 November 2022
In a possible breakthrough for the early detection and diagnosis of skin cancer, Victorian researchers are testing how artificial intelligence (AI) can become a powerful and readily accessible tool for dermatologists.
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Hormones lead to cancer treatment breakthrough
5 August 2022
Biological differences between men and women can have an impact on the success of melanoma treatment, according to new research co-led by Alfred oncologist Miles Andrews. 
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Helping patients through their melanoma journey
27 July 2022
A new resource provided to patients at the time of their advanced melanoma diagnosis is set to make things easier during what can be an overwhelming time.
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State-of-the-art melanoma centre to transform cancer care
20 June 2022
Cancer care for Australians is set to be transformed as building starts on the Paula Fox Melanoma and Cancer Centre at The Alfred.
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Clinical trials team standing in hospital courtyard. Nicole Byrne, Thobe Mthethwa-Pitt and Jane Brack.
Meet the team this World Cancer Day
3 February 2022
Did you know that more than half of our 300 open trials are cancer-related trials? Our cancer clinical trials have allowed us to put new and cutting-edge treatment into clinical practice. They have also enabled us to recruit highly-engaged staff who are always looking to improve the way we deliver care.
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World-first approach to improve melanoma outcomes arrives at The Alfred
13 September 2021
Victorians at risk of melanoma now have access to cutting-edge 3D whole body imaging, which promises to improve detection and management of the deadly cancer.
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David Davies, a farmer from Hay, survived melanoma thanks to The Alfred
Melanoma - know your risk
27 November 2020
This year, the Victorian Melanoma Service (VMS) at The Alfred has seen a significant drop in referrals. But cases of melanoma have not dropped – prompting specialists to urge all Victorians to act now before it’s too late.
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A/Prof Victoria Marlooking in a microscope
Testing AI for skin cancer
16 September 2020
Artificial intelligence (AI) could soon become a powerful tool in skin cancer assessment. The Victorian Melanoma Service is currently conducting a trial into the effectiveness of the technology. 
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