People diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) will be tested for two gene mutations in a new pilot program to determine whether they will benefit from standard chemotherapy or novel therapies. Under the program at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre’s molecular haematology laboratory in Melbourne, 240 patients aged 70 or under will be tested for mutations in the … Continued

Evidence shows blood cancer patients have a better outcome if they are enrolled in a clinical trial. Sadly, for a multitude of reasons Australia is often not included in blood cancer trials. At Snowdome, we work with leading Australian Haematologists to identify key opportunities to enable trials to commence, which provides Australian blood cancer patients … Continued

With the end of financial year fast approaching you may want to consider making a tax-deductible donation to Snowdome. Helping fund Australian blood cancer research and paying less tax is bound to make you feel happy.   It only takes a minute if you click here  or contact us at the office on 03 9005 0814. … Continued

When it comes to the world of haematology research there is a gap between male and female participation that will take years to bridge. A recent study published in PLOS Biology. found that in Australia, women account for 39% of the haematology research authorship. The authors of the international study that analysed data from more than 10 million … Continued

On Wednesday 23rd May, Snowdome and Maddie Riewoldt’s Vision collaborated together to host the second annual ‘Bloody Good Dinner’. The night was a phenomenal success raising more than $740,000 for Australian blood cancer and bone marrow failure research. More than 440 guests attended including families both past and presently affected by blood cancers and bone … Continued

A recent study published in JAMA Oncology highlights that Australia has the highest rates of myeloma.  More research into risk factors, causes and effective treatments are required as our population ages.  The greatest increase in incidence came from middle income countries which may be more of a reflection on our ability to diagnose and treat … Continued

For the past two years Maddie Riewoldt’s Vision and Snowdome have worked together to host a fundraising event like no other the ‘Bloody Good Dinner’.  Not only is it a collaboration between the two organisations it is also a collaboration with a team  of incredible pro-bono partners, sponsors, volunteers and our generous donors.  To gain … Continued

In case you did not hear the fascinating and inspiring interview with Miles Prince on ABC Conversations back in January please take some time to tune in now.  As yesterday was clinical trials day it seems apt to bring this interview back into the limelight as it highlights the importance of trials and aiming for … Continued

  The Snowdome Foundation is proud to be partnering with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) to fund two US$600,000 translational research grants. Snowdome’s mission is to accelerate next-generation treatments for Australian blood cancer patients to help them live longer, better lives. To help us achieve our mission, we are co-funding two translational research project … Continued