News & stories
Mt Aspiring Challenge continues to inspire
8 August 2024
The pain and anguish of watching a loved one go through their journey with cancer is something that tens of thousands of Australians are experiencing every day.
For Betty Roberts, whose son David passed away more than 20 years ago, it remains a fresh and impactful memory. But it is also a memory which inspires her to continue fundraising towards blood cancer research at The Alfred through the Mt Aspiring Challenge.
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Jackson’s (half) marathon effort for The Alfred
21 June 2024
Jackson Arthur was in total shock when it happened. It was the last game of the season in 2022, playing for his local football club Chelsea.
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Bron sets ambitious fundraising target for Dry July
7 June 2024
A desire to beat her previous lofty fundraising record is driving one Alfred Health staff member ahead of this year’s Dry July challenge.
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The Alfred at the forefront of silicosis research
28 May 2024
The Alfred has emerged as a leader in the respiratory field across Australia for its treatment of silicosis – a potentially fatal lung disease which has soared in recent years. Glenn is just one of thousands of people for whom it has affected.
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Cancer therapy knowledge boosted thanks to nursing scholarship
20 May 2024
Alfred Health has been committed to nursing education since opening its doors in 1871, developing some of the most influential nurses in the country.
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Epilepsy, brain tumour patients to benefit from revolutionary technology at The Alfred
9 May 2024
In a Victorian-first, The Alfred can now use a revolutionary technology to best treat patients with epilepsy and brain tumours, thanks to the generosity of donors.
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Heart Centre revitalisation at The Alfred
6 May 2024
To address increasing demands and uphold The Alfred’s position as a leader in delivering advanced cardiac services, an ambitious revitalisation of the Heart Centre is close to being completed, thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters.
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imPossible: Autumn 2024 newsletter
10 April 2024
Read all the latest news from The Alfred Foundation, including updates, research, historical connections and ongoing fundraising efforts throughout our community.
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Dog therapy in Liv’s legacy
9 April 2024
A paw-some experience has been boosting spirits within the eating disorder program at Alfred Health. With support from The Alfred Foundation, Liv’s Loving Paws dog therapy program was launched in February. Now, you can donate to the program below.
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Impact 2023 - The Alfred Foundation year in review
6 March 2024
We are excited to present you with a new format of The Alfred Foundation's annual report, Impact.
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