Australian Pathology

09/12/2025

Are you growing a beard this December?

Decembeard Australia encourages men to grow, shape or even challenge their beard throughout December to raise awareness and vital funds for Bowel Cancer Australia.

Behind every beard is an important message: early detection saves lives. Pathology plays a crucial role in diagnosing bowel cancer, providing answers and guiding treatment.

Beards aren’t just for hipsters, grandpas, men that ride motorbikes or people that are too lazy to shave. Anyone can participate and help make real change happen.

Read more here: https://www.bowelcanceraustralia.org/get-involved/campaigns/decembeard/

Pathology. Essential for every health decision.

07/12/2025

Susanna recently shared her experience with pathology following a difficult health battle:

"Pathology has been absolutely incredible to me, particularly in the last year when I was diagnosed with breast cancer."

Facing countless necessary blood tests, Susanna found the team at her local centre to be an amazing source of support. She states that the staff there were "just incredibly supportive and went over and above to help me. I’m so grateful."

Susanna acknowledges that it has been "a stressful and difficult time." Amidst the challenges, she relied on the support of her medical team, as well as her loyal companion, Ollie.

"My dog Ollie saved my life too."

Do you have a story to share about how pathology has helped you?

We would love to hear from you: https://keeppathologybulkbilled.com.au/tell-us-your-stories/

Pathology. Essential for every health decision.

01/12/2025

World AIDS Day - No one left behind.

In Australia, around 30,890 people are living with HIV.

Thanks to early diagnosis, treatment and strong community advocacy, we’ve made great progress. Australia reached the UNAIDS 90-90-90 target, and in 2023:

• 94% of people living with HIV knew their status
• 95% of those diagnosed were on treatment
• 98% of people on treatment had a suppressed viral load

Today is about recognising this progress and making sure everyone can access the testing and care they need.

Pathology. Essential for every health decision.

28/11/2025

Australia is closer than ever to eliminating cervical cancer, but the progress only counts if we keep showing up!

1 in 4 women eligible for cervical screening are now overdue. Read more here: https://www.sydney.edu.au/news-opinion/news/2025/11/20/australia-on-track-to-eliminating-cervical-cancer.html

Vaccination and screening remain our best defence. If you’re due, talk to your GP.

Pathology. Essential for every health decision.

25/11/2025

K is for Karyotyping

A test that examines a person’s chromosomes. Karyotyping is used to identify abnormalities in chromosome number or structure, helping diagnose genetic conditions, developmental disorders, or certain cancers. The test can be performed on any sample containing DNA, but is most commonly done using blood or tissue.

21/11/2025

A little snippet of our prostate specific antigen (PSA) testing day at Parliament house a couple of weeks ago!

If you are over 50 (or over 40 with any risk factors, this is your reminder to chat to your GP about getting a test!

Pathology. Essential for every health decision.

18/11/2025

Every day, pathology guides around 70% of all medical treatment decisions, helping Australians get the care they need.

16/11/2025

Can you guess the pathology test?

From pregnancy care to cancer screening, pathology is behind many of the tests that keep Australians healthy.

Take a look at the images and see if you can name each test.

Answers are in the comments.

Pathology. Essential for every health decision.

13/11/2025

Dr. Shaun Donovan, Australian Pathology president explains how a PSA test can help detect prostate changes early and why early detection matters.

“A common myth around being investigated for prostate cancer is that you're always going to have to have a re**al examination. PSA testing is not a re**al examination. It's a simple blood test.”

“Early detection is important. In any cancer, the earlier you find a cancer, the more likely you are to be able to be treated.”

Talk to your GP about whether a PSA test is right for you.

Pathology. Essential for every health decision.

Find out more: https://www.australianpathology.com/essential-for-every-health-decision

07/11/2025

06/11/2025

06/11/2025

A big thank you to Australian Pathology and the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia for their vital work raising awareness about prostate cancer and for hosting a pop-up PSA testing clinic at Parliament House.

I took the opportunity to have my PSA blood test. It was quick, simple and an important reminder that early detection saves lives.

Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia. While it can be slow-growing, when detected early it’s highly treatable and survival rates are excellent.


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