News & stories

This week The Alfred Brain Tumour Bio-databank (ABTB) discovered a new hope in the treatment for brain cancer. The ABTB is one of three biobanks at The Alfred advancing research into new treatments.

At just 21, Ned Parnham had his whole life ahead of him, but in November 2018 the Melbourne University Environmental Science student was diagnosed with a rare form of Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML)

The Alfred is fortunate to be supported by wonderful people just like Jennifer and her brothers. Every gift in Will the hospital receives helps our life-saving work continue and supports the amazing team of compassionate doctors and nurses to care for patients long into the future.

As the loveable Silbery family return to TV screens this week on Gogglebox Australia, Emily Milligan shares the story of her lifesaving treatment at The Alfred.

While the world grapples with the current COVID-19 pandemic, The Alfred continues to play a significant role in responding to this crisis, working collaboratively to help lead the way in diagnosis, treatment and research. However, even in pandemics critical care for other patients doesn't stop and neither does The Alfred. 

For years as part of our Alfred Appeal on Fathers’ Day, The Alfred has hosted a breakfast for hospital staff to say thanks for all they do. This year we wanted to extend the invitation out to everyone in the community to hold their own Virtual Breakfast Party in support of all those who provide critical care at The Alfred, including our dedicated nurses, doctors and other staff! 

Welcome to our winter 2020 newsletter showcasing the profound impact your contributions make on the patients, families and communities we serve.

In late 2019, Harold Edwards was involved in a severe car accident which saw him airlifted to The Alfred and admitted to our recently expanded Trauma Ward.

Around ten years ago on a brisk Sunday morning, Anita Castan was looking forward to an advanced diving course off Melbourne’s Bass Strait. Just a few hours later she would find herself being airlifted to The Alfred hospital.