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Understanding your melanoma diagnosis

If you need help or support to understand your diagnosis, you can speak to one of our melanoma nurses who can answer your questions
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Melanoma Support Services

Our specialist support services are available free to melanoma patients, families and friends across Australia
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Melanoma Awareness Month: 1 - 31 May

Prevention, awareness and support matter. Join the Melanoma Movement and make a difference all year round
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Melanoma Webinar Series

FREE three-part live webinar series, learn from leading clinicians and members of the melanoma community
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Stages of Melanoma

The prognosis of melanoma and the treatment options available depend on the stage at which the melanoma is diagnosed.
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Melanoma Treatment Options

Melanoma treatment is not “one size fits all” but will be personalised with the guidance of your treating clinician.
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Regional and Remote Support Hub

Support and information for people navigating melanoma in rural, regional, and remote areas.
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Melanoma of the Skin Prevention and Protection

Find information on melanoma of the skin prevention and protection methods.
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Melanoma Facts

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17,756

Australians will be diagnosed with melanoma each year.
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6hrs

In Australia, every six hours one person will die from Melanoma.
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90%

of melanomas can be successfully treated if detected early.
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Patient Stories

Melanoma Patients Australia provides support across Australia to those with melanoma, their families, friends and carers, all at no charge.
Nicola
When I found out about my husbands' diagnosis, I felt deeply shocked and completely devastated. My focus was on our 2-year-old twin boys and my husband. My instinct was to immediately find James the best care and educate myself so I could make informed decisions.
Nicola's story
MPA Patient Story - Hannah
Hannah
I am 23 years old and a nurse and a midwife. I really struggled with constantly being reminded how young I am. I still remember going to my first oncologist appointment and having the receptionist say “Oh! You’re too young to be here!”
Hannah's story
MPA Patient Story - Mark
Mark
My treatment was pretty good really. (If you think a long scar on your neck that makes you look like an extra in a pirate movie is a good thing!) Seriously though, that was to clear the margins and it has healed pretty well.
Mark's story
MPA Patient Story - Josephine
Josephine
I have overcome some seemingly insurmountable odds and hurdles both physically and psychologically and achieved the outcome that every patient hopes to hear but sadly not everyone does...For me, it came at a time when I didn’t even think that may be possible.
Josephine's story
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