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Improving treatment for metastatic breast cancer

November 9, 2020
Research led by Peter Mac is helping explain the broader effects of a new and powerful class of anti-cancer drugs, in the hope of making them work longer for breast cancer patients.
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New men’s support group to connect and empower patients and carers

November 5, 2020
Peter Mac's new Men’s Support Group will come together virtually this November, giving patients and carers a safe place to connect and share their experiences.
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YCAB mental health position statement

October 29, 2020
Good mental health is the foundation for the wellbeing and healthy development in every young person diagnosed with cancer.
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Prof Mark Dawson is “Life Scientist of the Year” in PM’s Prizes for Science

October 28, 2020
Peter Mac’s Professor Mark Dawson’s has been recognised in the 2020 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science for his pioneering research in the field of epigenetics and its impact on human health and disease.
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Clinical research & trials

Trial confirms “ultra-short” radiotherapy is safe and effective

October 28, 2020
A Peter Mac led study has confirmed secondary cancers in the lungs can be safely treated with a once-off, high-dose burst of targeted radiotherapy.
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Peter Mac Wellbeing Centre reopens

October 27, 2020
Peter Mac is pleased to have reopened our Wellbeing Centre for patients, families and carers. With COVID Safe measures in place, the Centre remains a safe place to find peace and calm between appointments or visits.
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Clinical Haematologist Associate Professor Max Wolf setting up for a telehealth consultation with a patient.
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Telehealth Awareness Month

October 26, 2020
There is no question that the COVID-19 pandemic has been a catalyst for increased uptake of telehealth appointments. Over the 12 months to 30 June 2020, telehealth consultations at Peter Mac rose by an astronomical 481% to 9,311 appointments. October has been designated Telehealth Awareness Month...
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Professor Andrew Roberts (left) and Professor John Seymour
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Profs Seymour and Roberts receive Ramaciotti Medal for Excellence

October 20, 2020
Professors John Seymour and Andrew Roberts are joint recipients of the 2020 Ramaciotti Medal for Excellence, recognising their Melbourne-led development of a blood cancer drug now used around the world.
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Welcoming Professor Riccardo Dolcetti

October 19, 2020
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Riccardo Dolcetti as Head of Clinical and Translational Immunotherapy, a joint appointment of Peter Mac, The University of Melbourne and the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre.
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International Infection Prevention Week 2020

October 19, 2020
This week is International Infection Prevention Week - a chance for us to put a spotlight on the vital work being done by our Infection Prevention team every day to prevent and control healthcare associated infections, including COVID-19.
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