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        Melanoma is a form of cancer that develops in the skin’s pigment cells.

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        Australia has one of the highest rates of melanoma in the world.

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        Most melanoma diagnosis starts with a physical examination of a suspicious looking spot or mole.

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        Stages of progression are based on tumor size, ulceration and involvement of other organs.

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        Treatment depends on a number of factors, including the stage of melanoma, age and health.

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Summer Appeal 2020

Summer Appeal 2020

Help us achieve zero deaths from melanoma this decade. 

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Game On Mole 2020

Game On Mole 2020

It's time to take your skin seriously. 

See our new Game On Mole t-shirt designs and start a lifesaving conversation!  

 

Game On Mole is back this summer!

New look, same important message. Find out more, and buy a t-shirt!                                                                                                                                    


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Melanoma Institute Australia Facebook Page

Read a statement from CEO Matthew Browne about the impact of Facebook disabling MIA's Facebook page.     

Olivia Vivian announced as MIA ambassador

Olivia Vivian announced as MIA ambassador

Olivia is using her Ninja star power to shine a spotlight on melanoma prevention - in memory of her dad. 

Melanoma breakthrough - neoadjuvant treatment saving lives.

Melanoma breakthrough - neoadjuvant treatment saving lives.

Drug treatment before surgery, known as neoadjuvant therapy, is being hailed as one of the biggest breakthroughs in melanoma treatment since the advent of immunotherapy.

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WA Melanoma Community Forum

WA Melanoma Community Forum

An evening for WA melanoma patients, carers and the wider melanoma community, where speakers will provide updates on melanoma research, treatment and support.  

Australasian Melanoma Conference AMC2021

Australasian Melanoma Conference AMC2021

The 2021 Australasian Melanoma Conference (AMC2021) will held in Sydney, Australia.

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    • What is melanoma?
    • Melanoma facts and statistics
    • How is it diagnosed?
    • Stages of melanoma
    • Treatment options
    • Support & patient stories
    • Glossary
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    • Research Publications
    • Current research projects
    • Research resources
    • Clinical trials
    • Lab Life
    • Research news
    • Collaborate on research with MIA
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    • Our Fellows
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    • Our partners and sponsors
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    • History of Melanoma Institute Australia
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    • News Updates
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