Impact updates

Flinders Foundation’s generous supporters are funding a range of new research projects and patient care improvements

How Tiana found a deeper connection in Dry July

When Tiana’s dear friend and colleague Kylie, who is currently undergoing treatment at Flinders for metastatic breast cancer, shared her involvement in the Flinders…

Equipping Flinders Infusion Suite with essential ultrasound machine

Dry July isn't just about giving up alcohol for a month, it’s about making a meaningful impact in the lives of those affected by cancer.

Going Dry this July

As we get ready for another Dry July, we're excited to announce our new mission: to fund an ultrasound machine for the Flinders Infusion Suite.

Second ‘cold cap’ helps prevent chemo hair loss

More women undergoing chemotherapy for breast and ovarian cancers will have a chance of retaining their hair, thanks to the purchase of a second ‘cold cap’ machine at…

31 New Health and Medical Research Projects

Health and medical researchers across the Flinders Medical Precinct will share in $750,000 funding, to support exciting research projects across a variety of illnesses,…

Thank you for supporting breast cancer services at Flinders

New Funding for Cancer Research

World Cancer Day (February 4) marked the announcement of funding for four new cancer research projects thanks to the generosity of guests and supporters of Flinders…

A silver lining: how friendship formed from cancer

In August 2019, Chloë Lamont arrived in Adelaide with husband Kyle. Kyle had an excellent work opportunity and the couple decided to leave their home in New Zealand…

Cancer Crusade – Ross McKinnon

Research growth, a better patient experience and a greater sense of community connection – these are just some of the highlights from a very long list of accomplishments…

Maximising Patient Care – Alison Richards

Back in 2000, enthusiastic junior oncologists Bogda Koczwara and Chris Karapetis had a dream to open a clinical trials unit at Flinders Medical Centre (FMC). Alison…

Survival starts here – Robyn Combes

When Robyn is not awaiting an appointment with her oncologist on Level 2 of the Flinders Centre for Innovation in Cancer (FCIC), she’s a friendly face on the…