fbpx

Get Involved

National Melanoma Support Line:
1300 884 450
Two hands hold lovingly, one has a silver wedding band on

About Melanoma

National Melanoma Support Line:
1300 884 450
Two hands hold lovingly, one has a silver wedding band on
MPA / MIA Community Webinar 2024: Melanoma in situ explained: A patient’s guide to living well
Read more

How can we help?

Melanoma Patients Australia (MPA) is an independent, not for profit organisation dedicated to supporting and representing those affected by melanoma.
Two women embracing lovingly

Treatment

For advanced (metastatic) melanoma, treatment is not “one size fits all” but will be personalised with the guidance of your treating clinician.
Find out more
Decorative image of doctors hands using an iPad

Stages of Melanoma

When a melanoma has been diagnosed, the pathology report provides information to determine the "stage” of the disease.
Find out more
How can I help? Image of woman with glasses looking at laptop computer with a pen in hand

How can I help?

We’d love for you to organise an event or activity that raises awareness about the impact of melanoma.
Find out more

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.
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!”
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.
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.

Melanoma Statistics

Australia - icon

17,756

Australians will be diagnosed with melanoma each year.
Time - icon

6hrs

In Australia, every six hours one person will die from Melanoma.
Targeted Surgery - icon

90%

of melanoma cases can be successfully treated with surgery if detected early.
Wellness Hub logo

Wellness Hub

Visit the MPA Wellness Hub to learn about how you can improve your wellbeing and resilience and find support.
Find out more
Hand and Heart - icon

Make a Donation

By donating to MPA you are allowing us to continue to provide our free support services to melanoma patients and their families
Donate Now