Myeloma Australia
Myeloma Foundation of Australia Inc. was formed in 1998 by a small number of driven people, each profoundly affected by myeloma, who discovered for themselves that diagnosis was often slow and uncertain, reliable information on myeloma scarce and difficult to access, understanding, support, hope and opportunities for fellowship with those affected by the same condition hard to find.
The Foundation’s mission is to facilitate myeloma research in Australia, to support and inform those living with the disease and educate those involved in its care and treatment. We are determined to raise community awareness and understanding of myeloma and to improve patient access to the latest treatments at affordable prices.
Myeloma Foundation of Australia Inc. is a volunteer-based, not-for-profit organisation, endorsed by the Australia Taxation Office as a Deductible Gift Recipient and to access charity tax concessions.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to help prevent myeloma and control its symptoms and effects by:
- supporting specialists clinicians and researchers and raising funds for myeloma research
- enabling those affected to take control of their situation and work in partnership with their health professionals
- raising awareness and understanding of the condition among health professionals and the wider community
- creating opportunities for fellowship within the myeloma community.
Our Values
We are passionate about assisting and improving the quality of life of Australians living with myeloma.
We understand the myeloma experience and empathise with patients and family members.
The needs of people with myeloma will always come first.
We will present an organised and professional operation.
We will operate in an inclusive and transparent manner.