MPA is an independent organisation that represents the best interests of melanoma patients in Australia at the national, state and individual level.
We believe that all melanoma patients have the right to the best evidence based treatments available, to seek a second opinion and to have confidence in their healthcare team.
We have an ongoing commitment to work with government, clinicians and industry to increase awareness, highlight the need for further research, advocate for equitable access to new and innovative treatments and contribute to policy development to improve the lives and outcomes of all Australians affected by melanoma.
Increasingly, people affected by cancer and the broader community are seeking to be active participants in decision making about their health and as an organisation that represents those affected by melanoma, MPA is interested in actively engaging with consumers around a shared focus and vision.
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We take our cap off to John who raised over $1,000 doing his very own Dry July to raise critical funds for Melanoma Patients Australia. Who will join John and the MPA team in next year's Dry July? Or perhaps you have another community fundraising idea and don't have to wait until July?
John Alexander (Dry July 2017) - Melanoma Patients
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I was first diagnosed with Melanoma in April 2015, to be honest I had no idea what Melanoma was and how dangerous it could be. I had a reoccurrence in December 2015 where it had spread to my lymph nod...Researchers from the QIMR Berghoffer Institute in Brisbane have discovered another way that cancers protect themselves from the immune system, allowing them to grow and spread.
Immune cell finding opens up possibility of new cancer-fighting antibody - QIMR Berghofer
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So exciting!
Mark is already a winner in our eyes but here at MPA we're cheering for him as he battles the other Survivors to make a difference for melanoma patients. Mark's brother, Herman, was an integral part of making MPA what it is today, beginning support groups around Australia as well as supporting many individuals impacted by melanoma.
How Australian Survivor contestant Mark will honour his brother
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The reality star plans to donate $100,000 to charity.Not much sun safety on old Survivor I guess sunburnt bodies make for better tv.Kudos to Mark for what he's trying to achieve though
I will be cheering for Mark from now on.
Go Mark. ❤️❤️
Go Mark!! ❤️
It is with deep regret that the MPA team has made the difficult decision to cancel the Melanoma Information Forum to be held in Sydney on Saturday 5th August 2017.
Despite our best efforts over many weeks, unfortunately enough registrations have not been forthcoming to justify the expense of holding the event. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience or disappointment caused by this cancellation.
Oh no. How many more did you need?? Looks like we aren't going to Sydney this weekend Matt Love
Oh so sad such a large City such a poor response!
I would have loved to attend,unfortunately I live in Melbourne 😞
Hats off to the MPA Team for doing their best....
Am devastated. Was so looking forward to meeting some of my fb MPA friends.
Does SA ever hold a forum?
Sorry did not seem to receive any marketing of the event in time and by the time I saw it on facebook already had arranged something on the day. Otherwise would have been very interested in the event.
I really wanted to attend, but such an early start stopped me registering.
Thanks for the feedback Elizabeth Liu and Kim Carter.
MPA groups meet on a regular basis across Australia. They are unstructured, relaxed get-togethers open to those with melanoma, their carers, family and friends. bit.ly/MelanomaSupportGroups
Could you please contact me re support groups.
Adelaide Support Group meets on the last Monday of the month at 1030 am. We meet at the Cancer Care Centre, 76 Edmund St in Unley. Please call MPA or send me a message if you are interested.
Adrianna Henderson Zadro and I facilitate the Melbourne Support Group which meets the first Thursday of every month. Bentleigh Bayside Community Health. Very friendly people and newcomers are welcomed with open arms.
Great to support each other
Brisbane MPA meet 1st Tuesday of every month at Cancer Council building in Bowen Hills at 7pm.
Canberra MPA meets the 2nd Sunday of the month at Southern Cross club Woden at 11am. For those that can stay we have lunch in the bistro after the meeting . If you want any further information please don't hesitate to message me
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Great that you're raising awareness of melanoma along with MPA. All the best with your health and remaining NED! 😊
So proud of you John , love you 💕💕