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'I don't want to die': how two doctors put their faith in their work

Feb 6, 2024
Prof Georgina Long and Prof Richard Scolyer, Australians of the Year, discuss their groundbreaking work in melanoma research. They share their personal connection to the disease and their world-first treatment for Richard's brain cancer. The podcast explores prevention strategies, screening programs, and an experimental treatment case, offering hope for a cure.
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  • The pioneering work of Prof Georgina Long and Prof Richard Scolyer has significantly increased survival rates for melanoma, inspiring hope for improved outcomes.
  • A cultural shift towards sun safety measures and targeted screening programs can contribute to reducing deaths from melanoma.

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Increasing Survival Rates for Melanoma

Professor Georgina Long and Professor Richard Scolia, co-medical directors of Melanoma Institute Australia, have made significant strides in increasing survival rates for melanoma patients. By utilizing groundbreaking treatment methods, including immune therapies, they have transformed the prognosis for those with melanoma. Through clinical trials, they have achieved a five-year survival rate of over 55%, compared to less than 5% a decade ago. Moreover, their research has influenced the treatment of other cancers as well.

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