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A/Prof Martin Cherk, Prof Mark Shackleton and Governor General Sam Mostyn.
Immunotherapy research receives funding boost
28 November 2024
Victorian cancer patients receiving immunotherapy are set to benefit from new research which has potential to improve treatment outcomes while at the same time reducing unwanted side effects.
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Exterior view of the new Paula Fox Melanoma and Cancer Centre showing the front gardens entrance arch
National boost for melanoma care and research as the Paula Fox Melanoma and Cancer Centre at The Alfred is officially opened
18 April 2024
A world-class melanoma and cancer centre at The Alfred is set to revolutionise care for Victorian patients, and boost research.
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Alfred oncologist Prof Mark Shackleton, who saved Geoff's eyesight.
Breakthrough melanoma treatment saves grandfather’s eyesight
4 September 2023
Blind in his left eye after a stroke three years ago, 70 year old Geoff was fully reliant on his right eye.
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A/Prof Victoria Mar is leading the study
World-first melanoma study to boost early detection
22 June 2023
A world-first study, for which The Alfred is the Victorian lead, is using 3D skin imaging technology and artificial intelligence to significantly improve the early detection of melanoma for all Australians.
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Melanoma Centre build hits major milestone
15 June 2023
Work on the $152.4 million Paula Fox Melanoma and Cancer Centre has reached a major milestone, with the building structure reaching its highest point at level seven.
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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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Pancreatic cancer trials offering hope
17 November 2022
For pancreatic cancer patients, clinical trials run at The Alfred can offer new hope in addition to conventional forms of treatment.
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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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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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