Hector and wife Ana surrounded by the ICU team

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‘Potentially groundbreaking’ gift for sarcoma research
2 May 2025
The prospect of “potentially huge breakthroughs” in sarcoma research at The Alfred will be much greater, thanks to a future donation.
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Robot Royce moves into action
17 April 2025
A special new starter joined The Alfred surgery team in February, with ‘Royce’ the surgical robot performing its first cases.
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New, dedicated trial space ‘a gamechanger’ for neuroscience
8 April 2025
The first of its kind in Australia, The Alfred is home to a new, dedicated clinical trial unit area which will revolutionise how patients are cared for and greatly expand the research capabilities for movement disorders and neurology research.
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imPossible: Autumn 2025 newsletter
24 March 2025
Immerse yourself in captivating stories and stay informed with the latest news from The Alfred Foundation, featuring updates, groundbreaking research and the ongoing efforts to raise funds that support and strengthen our vibrant community.
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melanoma
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imPossible: Spring 2024 newsletter
1 November 2024
Be inspired by the stories and read all the latest news from The Alfred Foundation, including updates, research, historical connections and ongoing fundraising efforts throughout our community.
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A new way of communicating in the ICU
9 October 2024
A new technology is having an immediate effect on patients’ wellbeing at The Alfred. The Grid Pad 12 with Eye Gaze technology allows patients who are unable to communicate verbally a method to do so.
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Help support Karen for our Critical Care Appeal this year
23 August 2024
Imagine being on the trip of a lifetime with your family, only to return home and hear the devastating news that you have cancer, and the situation is so serious you need to stay in hospital and commence treatment immediately.
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Mt Aspiring Challenge continues to inspire
8 August 2024
The pain and anguish of watching a loved one go through their journey with cancer is something that tens of thousands of Australians are experiencing every day. For Betty Roberts, whose son David passed away more than 20 years ago, it remains a fresh and impactful memory. But it is also a memory which inspires her to continue fundraising towards blood cancer research at The Alfred through the Mt Aspiring Challenge.
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The Alfred at the forefront of silicosis research
28 May 2024
The Alfred has emerged as a leader in the respiratory field across Australia for its treatment of silicosis – a potentially fatal lung disease which has soared in recent years. Glenn is just one of thousands of people for whom it has affected.
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imPossible: Autumn 2024 newsletter
10 April 2024
Read all the latest news from The Alfred Foundation, including updates, research, historical connections and ongoing fundraising efforts throughout our community.
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