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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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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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Lauren participated in a clinical trial for melanoma.

Lifesaving clinical trials network given a $25 million boost

22 March 2019

Australians will soon have greater access to potentially lifesaving treatments for rare cancers and other diseases with the establishment of a clinical trials network led by Alfred Health and Monash University.

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Life-saving melanoma drug combination listed on PBS

5 December 2018

A drug combination that offers stage 4 melanoma patients the highest change of survival will be listed on the PBS from December 1, a move which specialists at the Victorian Melanoma Service say could buy some patients at least four more years of life.

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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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