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National boost for melanoma care and research as the Paula Fox Melanoma and Cancer Centre at The Alfred is officially opened

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

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

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

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

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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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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