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You may well know that when cancer comes back, it is often more difficult to treat. One of the reasons for this is that it can become resistant to treatment. One researcher at Peter Mac looking to overcome this problem is Dr Liz... Read more

You are giving Britney a fearless future The first time Britney heard the words ‘You have cancer’ she was just 16 years old.  Diagnosed with a rare bone cancer in her knee, Britney faced a devastating choice to treat... Read more

On Sunday 15 October 2023, 1400 Peter Mac Champions hit the streets in the 2023 Melbourne Marathon. Amongst the participants was Sian Lennox, who ran for her partner, Anna - a current patient at Peter Mac. Life took an... Read more

Maria wants to be around for her children as they grow up Maria has always wanted to be a mum. When Maria and her husband adopted Mae and Blake, her dream finally became a reality and she couldn't be happier. Unfortunately,... Read more

Pictured: A/Prof Michael Dickinson (L) and Dr Adrian Minson (R) T-cells are a type of white blood cell that help your immune system fight germs and protect you from disease. Some types of T-cells even target cancer. Recently,... Read more

When Nadine was 47, she began noticing small, pea-size lumps appearing on her body. Frozen by fear, she tried to ignore them, and put off having them checked – for weeks. When she finally went to her doctor, extensive testing... Read more