National Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome Awareness Week

Old Treasury Building 20 Spring Street, East Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Every three days, an Australian is diagnosed with a Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome. The aim of National Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome Awareness Week is to raise awareness of Bone Marrow Failure Syndromes and their impact on patients and families, increase an understanding of the work of Maddie's Visit and the services offered, and to seek […]

World Lymphoedema Day

Old Treasury Building 20 Spring Street, East Melbourne, VIC, Australia

March is Lymphoedema Awareness Month, and Old Treasury Building is lighting up in blue to raise awareness of lymphoedema. Lymphoedema is the term given to swelling resulting from malfunction of the lymphatic system. It impacts adversely on the physical, emotional, social and financial wellbeing of people living with the condition. Come and snap a selfie […]

National Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome Awareness Week

Old Treasury Building 20 Spring Street, East Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Every three days, an Australian is diagnosed with a Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome. The aim of National Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome Awareness Week is to raise awareness of Bone Marrow Failure Syndromes and their impact on patients and families, increase an understanding of the work of Maddie's Visit and the services offered, and to seek […]

World Kidney Day

Old Treasury Building 20 Spring Street, East Melbourne, VIC, Australia

World Kidney Day takes place this year on Thursday 13 March 2025. Kidney disease is projected to be the 5th leading cause of death worldwide by 2050, rising from 18th leading cause in 1990. 1.8 million Australians are completely unaware they have kidney disease. Old Treasury Building will be lit in red for this event […]

Shine a Light on Neurofibromatosis

Old Treasury Building 20 Spring Street, East Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Shine a Light on Neurofibromatosis (NF) is an integral part of the NF Awareness Month campaign. In recognition of World Neurofibromatosis Awareness Day on May 17, locations around the world are lighting up blue and green. The Children’s Tumour Foundation (CTF), the leading patient advocacy and support service for people impacted by NF in Australia, […]